Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions
Delicate steamed chicken breast infused with fresh ginger and scallions, served with a fragrant soy dipping sauce. This chinese-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast, boneless and skinless, fresh ginger, julienned, stalks scallions, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned
- 3 stalks scallions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 500 g boneless skinless chicken breast into 1-inch thick slices. Place in a mixing bowl and season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp white pepper, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Toss gently to combine and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Arrange the chicken slices evenly on a heatproof plate suitable for steaming. Scatter 2 tbsp julienned fresh ginger and 3 sliced scallions over the chicken.
- Step 3: Set up a steamer with boiling water and steam the chicken plate over high heat for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare a dipping sauce by mixing 3 tbsp soy sauce with 1 tbsp cooking oil.
- Step 5: Serve the steamed chicken hot with the soy dipping sauce on the side.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh ginger, julienned from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chinese Steamed Chicken with Ginger and Scallions?
Chinese chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
