Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce

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Tender chicken breast strips stir-fried with aromatic ginger and scallions, finished with a savory soy glaze. This chinese-inspired chicken ready in about 20 minutes pairs chicken breast, fresh ginger, scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 tbsp finely julienned fresh ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 400g thinly sliced chicken breast to the wok and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the edges turn opaque and start to brown.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 sliced scallion stalks, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp water. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the dish, toss well, and remove from heat immediately to preserve aroma.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce?

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 chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce?

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 Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce 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 Sautéed Chicken with Ginger and Scallion Soy Sauce?

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.

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