Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger-Soy Glaze

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-04 · Updated 2026-07-04

Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh ginger and garlic, coated in a savory soy glaze that’s both sweet and umami-rich. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2, sliced thin scallions
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb cut chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken.
4. Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the chicken and toss to combine. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for a nutty finish.