Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken with Lemon Zest

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

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Tender chicken breast pieces sautéed with fresh garlic, ginger, and a hint of lemon zest for a bright, flavorful dish. This Asian Fusion chicken recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, garlic cloves, and fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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: 12 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2: Add 1 lb chicken breast cubes, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sauté for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden on all sides.
Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, cooking for an additional 1 minute to combine flavors. Remove from heat and serve immediately.