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Soy Chicken Garlic Ginger

Savory Soy Chicken Garlic Ginger: Your Weeknight Flavor Fix

This Soy Chicken Garlic Ginger recipe offers a delightful fusion of flavors that will transform your weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Perfect for marinating
  • 1/3 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Primary flavor agent
  • 3 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger (Grated) Use fresh for best flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) Freshly minced preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances savory and sweet
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Highly recommended for depth
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice level
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickening agent
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Adds sweetness
For Cooking and Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Neutral oil for frying
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Thinly sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice To serve with the chicken

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • skillet or wok
  • Whisk
  • Resealable Bag
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and cornstarch until smooth.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or bowl, pour marinade over, seal or cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Combine Sauce Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
  4. Prepare Slurry: Mix cornstarch with a few tablespoons of water until smooth.
  5. Heat Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  6. Cook Chicken: Add marinated chicken to skillet, cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  7. Remove Chicken: Transfer cooked chicken to a plate and let it rest.
  8. Add Sauce to Skillet: Pour sauce into the same skillet, scraping up browned bits.
  9. Simmer Sauce: Bring sauce to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Thicken Sauce: Whisk in the cornstarch slurry, stirring until desired thickness is reached.
  11. Adjust Seasoning: Taste sauce and adjust flavors as needed.
  12. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat.
  13. Heat Through: Simmer for 1-2 minutes to heat the chicken.
  14. Garnish and Serve: Stir in sesame oil and serve over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Marinate longer for enhanced taste.

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