Sautéed Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze
Tender chicken pieces cooked in a fragrant ginger garlic soy glaze, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast, finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb chicken breast cubes and sauté for 5-6 minutes until the edges are golden and chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl, then pour into the skillet. Stir to coat chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze?
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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze?
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 Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze 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 Ginger Garlic Chicken with Soy Glaze?
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.
