Easy Ginger Chicken Recipe (2024)

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The best Ginger Chicken Recipe! Sweet and spicy, this garlic ginger chicken is delicious, healthy and easy to make!

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This ginger chicken recipe is insanely delicious and so easy to make! It requires just a few simple ingredients, minimal preparation, and only a few minutes of cooking.

Plus, it’s totally healthy and could quickly become a weekday staple for your family!

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We love healthier takeout-inspired meals like this Ginger Chicken and if you need more ideas, try our Healthy Orange Chicken, Cashew Chicken, Ground Beef Stir Fry, or Sweet and Sour Chicken.

What’s so special about Ginger Garlic Chicken?

  • Lots of flavors–The combination of ginger and garlic is so rich and flavorful! You won’t be able to get enough.
  • Health benefits– Ginger and garlic are both full of superfood nutrients!
  • Made in One Pan –This means fewer dishes at the end of dinner, which everyone loves!

Chicken Ginger Recipe Ingredients:

Here’s what you need to make ginger chicken:

You can find substitutions for all of these ingredients below in the green shaded box.

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How to make Ginger Garlic Chicken

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat olive oil. Brown the chicken on each side for about 6-8 minutes. Once browned, add the ginger and garlic and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the teriyaki sauce, chicken broth, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken. Reduce heat and simmer for 12 minutes.
  3. In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water and pour over the chicken. Stir and continue cooking until the sauce has thickened.
  4. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.
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Ginger Chicken Substitutions and Variations

Olive Oil: You can substitute avocado oil, butter, or ghee.

Chicken Breasts: You can substitute with boneless chicken thighs or chicken tenders.

Teriyaki Sauce: We haven’t tested this recipe without teriyaki sauce. These are our 2 favorite sauces: Kevin’s Teriyaki Sauce, Coconut Secret Teriyaki Sauce.

Broth:Anybrothor stock (broth and stock are the same) can be used in any recipe.Beef Broth,Chicken Broth, or vegetable broth all work interchangeably. I always use low or no salt broth.

Toasted Sesame Oil: Toasted sesame oil is essential to the recipe for flavor. We highly recommend using it. You can get it at almost any grocery store!

Cornstarch: I prefer to use cornstarch in this recipe. Tapioca starch may help to thicken it, but cornstarch will work much better!

Ginger Chicken Recipe FAQs

Does heating ginger destroy nutrients?

Yes, Especially Vitamin C in ginger can be destroyed by heat.

Do you wash ginger before cooking?

Yes, you should wash and peel ginger before using it.

Is this garlic ginger chicken spicy?

No, this dish is not spicy but it does have a flavorful kick from the ginger and garlic. Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger used to your taste.

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How to serve this Ginger Chicken recipe

For a light and healthy option, you could steam some broccoli or other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or zucchini until they are just lightly cooked. This adds a nice crunchy texture that pairs beautifully with the tenderness of the chicken.

For a heartier option, serve with some rice or quinoa to soak up the flavorful sauce. You could also pair it with Instant Pot Fried Rice.

How to store Ginger Chicken

Storing: Once cooled, the ginger chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezing: Yes, you can freeze it in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 6 months. Just make sure to thaw it overnight in the refrigerator before reheating and serving.These are our favorite containers for freezing.

Reheating: You can reheat this recipe in the microwave or on the stove.

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Ginger Chicken

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The best Ginger Chicken Recipe! Sweet and spicy, this garlic ginger chicken is delicious, healthy and easy to make!

Prep Time : 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time : 25 minutes minutes

Total Time : 35 minutes minutes

Serves : 4 people

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Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken. Brown on each side for about 6-8 minutes.

  • Once the chicken is browned, add the ginger and garlic and continue cooking for another 2 minutes.

  • In a small bowl, mix the teriyaki sauce, chicken broth, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the chicken. Reduce heat and simmer for 12 minutes.

  • In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch with water and pour over the chicken. Stir and continue cooking until the sauce has thickened.

  • Remove from heat, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onion.

  • Serve warm with broccoli and rice

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts

Ginger Chicken

Amount Per Serving (0.75 cup cooked chicken)

Calories 195Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Fat 7g11%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Trans Fat 0.01g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 4g

Cholesterol 73mg24%

Sodium 558mg24%

Potassium 484mg14%

Carbohydrates 5g2%

Fiber 0.2g1%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 25g50%

Vitamin A 36IU1%

Vitamin C 2mg2%

Calcium 15mg2%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. This is an estimate and can vary pending your ingredients

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FAQs

Which is the best chicken dish in the world? ›

Butter chicken, also known as Murgh Makhani, has recently claimed the top spot in the "Top 100 Chicken Dishes in the World" list by TasteAtlas, (an online guide for traditional food) solidifying its place as a global culinary sensation.

What does ginger go with in cooking? ›

Ginger, typically the dried and ground form, can be used in cakes, bread, and cookies. The pungency often creates an interesting flavor contrast to the sweetness of desserts. It can also be an ingredient used in stir-fries, marinades, soups, and dressings.

What is ginger chicken made of? ›

Ginger Chicken is a homestyle Chinese dish made with lots of fresh ginger, garlic and scallions, cooked down into a sticky brown sauce great over rice or noodles. I first heard of Ginger Chicken at a Chinese restaurant in Rochester, NY, where I waited tables.

What is the greatest dish of all time? ›

Let's dig in.
  • Sushi (Japan) Source Prepared with vinegared rice and a wide range of ingredients including seafood, vegetables, and sometimes fruits. ...
  • Rendang, Indonesia. ...
  • Ramen, Japan. ...
  • Tom Yam Goong, Thailand. ...
  • Kebab, Turkey. ...
  • Pho, Vietnam. ...
  • Peking duck, China. ...
  • Paella, Spain.

What is the number 1 best cuisine in the world? ›

Leading the pack, Italy stands out as the best cuisine in the world. Next up are Japan and Greece.

What not to mix ginger with? ›

Avoid using ginger together with other herbal/health supplements that can lower blood sugar, such as alpha-lipoic acid, chromium, damiana, devil's claw, fenugreek, garlic, guar gum, horse chestnut, Panax ginseng, psyllium, Siberian ginseng, and others.

What to avoid with ginger? ›

Possible Interactions

Blood-thinning medications: Ginger may increase the risk of bleeding. Talk to your doctor before taking ginger if you take blood thinners, such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin. Diabetes medications: Ginger may lower blood sugar.

When not to take ginger? ›

Interactions. If you take any medications regularly, talk to your doctor before you start using ginger supplements. They could interact with blood thinners and medications for diabetes and high blood pressure.

What do Asians use ginger for? ›

Originating in Southeast Asia, ginger has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. It's loaded with nutrients that are said to benefit your body and brain — for example, in the ayurvedic healing system, it's used to relieve nausea. It's primarily popular, however, for its fragrance and flavour.

Is ginger paste the same as fresh ginger? ›

One teaspoon of ginger paste is equivalent to about 1 inch minced ginger root. And let's face it: it's easier to use. Next time your gingerbread recipe calls for fresh ginger or you want to add some verve to holiday cookies, replace fresh ginger with easy-to-use ginger paste.

Do you peel ginger before cooking? ›

If the ginger is young and the skin is very fine or if it is going to be finely chopped or grated, you can skip the peeling step. If the skin is thicker or you're chopping the ginger more coarsely and don't want the skin to be included, then it's best to peel the ginger beforehand.

What is the best tasting chicken meat in the world? ›

Bresse Chicken is a 400-year-old chicken breed many Chefs believe to be the world's most delicious thanks to its juicy, deeply flavoured, buttery meat.

Which country is best for chicken? ›

United States. The United States is the world's top producer of chicken meat. In 2022, the US produced 21 million metric tons of broiler meat, while Brazil produced 14.5 million metric tons. The US and China together represent about a third of global poultry production.

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