Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with Scallions

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Juicy chicken thighs braised in a savory ginger-soy sauce infused with fresh scallions. This Chinese-inspired St. Patrick’s Day recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, fresh ginger, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 bone-in chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp, then flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove chicken to a plate. Add 2 tbsp thinly sliced fresh ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet. Add 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 cup water, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  4. Step 4: Add 6 scallions cut into 3-inch lengths. Cover and simmer gently for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens slightly, spooning sauce over chicken occasionally. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with 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 bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with 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 Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with Scallions for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Ginger-Soy Braised Chicken Thighs with Scallions?

Chinese st. patrick’s day 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.

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