Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic and Ginger Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

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Juicy chicken breasts pan-seared and finished with a fragrant garlic and ginger soy glaze for a flavorful Asian-inspired main dish. This Asian-inspired game-day recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, soy sauce, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pieces (about 6 oz each) chicken breasts
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp water
2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
1 tsp, toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 2 chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and season lightly with salt. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving, until the edges are golden and crispy.
Step 3: Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached. Remove chicken and keep warm.
Step 4: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 2 tbsp water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 6: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the glaze over them, cooking for 1 minute to coat.
Step 7: Serve garnished with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.