Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion Chicken with Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with fresh ginger and scallions, coated in a savory soy glaze for a quick and flavorful meal. This chinese-inspired dumplings ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, finely minced fresh ginger, 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.

★ 4.2 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp finely minced fresh ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 500 g thinly sliced chicken breast to the wok, stir-frying for 5-6 minutes until the chicken turns white and is nearly cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken, stirring constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
  5. Step 5: Add 4 sliced scallion stalks and 1 tbsp sesame oil, tossing for another minute until scallions soften but remain bright green.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using, stir once more, then remove from heat and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion 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 Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion 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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion 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 Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion 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 Stir-Fried Ginger Scallion Chicken with Soy Glaze?

Chinese dumplings 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.

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