Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken with Scallions
Tender chicken pieces sautéed with fragrant garlic and ginger, finished with fresh scallions for a quick savory stir-fry. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 22 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, garlic cloves, minced, fresh ginger, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 scallions, sliced
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, spreading them out, and cook without stirring for 3 minutes until the edges start to brown.
- Step 4: Stir the chicken and cook an additional 4 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp sesame oil, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for 1 more minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 3 sliced scallions and 1/2 tsp black pepper, tossing gently before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken with Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Garlic Ginger Chicken 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 boneless chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken 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 Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken 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 Sautéed Garlic Ginger Chicken with Scallions?
Asian 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.
