Ginger-Scallion Stir-Fried Chicken with Vietnamese Aromatics

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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A quick stir-fry combining tender chicken with zesty ginger and scallions, inspired by Vietnamese home-style cooking. This Vietnamese-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, fresh ginger, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced boneless chicken thighs
2 tbsp, julienned fresh ginger
4 stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces scallions
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 tablespoons julienned fresh ginger and 2 cloves minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless chicken thighs to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until chicken starts to brown and is nearly cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 4 stalks scallions cut into 2-inch pieces, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until scallions soften and chicken is fully cooked.
Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro over the top. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.