Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion Glaze

By · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken breasts glazed with a savory-sweet soy-ginger sauce and finished with fresh scallions for a quick, restaurant-quality dinner. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
Plan a meal with the AI → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger in a small bowl to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F).
  3. Step 3: Pour the glaze over the chicken and add 2 sliced scallions (white parts). Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
  4. Step 4: Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and top with remaining scallions (green parts) before serving.

Equipment for this recipe

Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.

More Knives & cutting boards → Shop all kitchen tools →

Frequently asked questions

How long does Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion 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 Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion 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.

Is Soy-Ginger Chicken with Scallion Glaze gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

What others are saying

Related recipes