Zesty Spicy Ginger Chicken
Experience the vibrant flavors of Zesty Spicy Ginger Chicken, a delightful dish that marries the warmth of ginger with savory chicken. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, allowing you to impress family and friends with minimal effort. Serve it over rice or beside fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and honey until well blended.
- Add chicken to the marinade, coating evenly. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast piece (about 170g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg