Sake-Infused Chicken with Ginger and Shiitake

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A Japanese-inspired dish where chicken breast absorbs the subtle umami of authentic sake, elevated by fresh ginger and earthy shiitake mushrooms for a truly traditional experience. This Asian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breast, dry sake, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz boneless chicken breast
1/4 cup dry sake
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
4 oz, sliced shiitake mushrooms
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp, thinly sliced green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tsp sesame oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and sear for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside. Add the grated ginger and shiitake mushrooms to the skillet, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and mushrooms release moisture.
Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, add sake and soy sauce, and simmer uncovered for 3 minutes until sauce reduces slightly and coats the chicken.
Step 5: Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.