Description
This Honey Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and healthy dinner option featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a sweet and savory sauce made with honey, fresh ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s perfect served over rice with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions for a satisfying meal that feels like takeout at home.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Ginger, very finely diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1/3 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 3 Tablespoons Ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 teaspoon White Sesame Seeds, plus more for topping
Chicken and Stir-Fry
- 1 1/2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 Tablespoons Cooking Oil
- 2 stalks Green Onions, chopped, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, finely diced fresh ginger, honey, low-sodium soy sauce, ketchup, toasted sesame oil, and white sesame seeds. Set the sauce mixture aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prepare the chicken: Toss the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated. This will help to create a sticky texture in the sauce.
- Cook the chicken: Heat cooking oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and allow it to cook undisturbed for 3 to 5 minutes until the bottom is browned.
- Coat chicken with sauce: Stir the chicken pieces and pour in about 3 tablespoons of the prepared sauce. Continue cooking while stirring frequently until the chicken is sticky and well coated with the sauce.
- Simmer and finish: Add the remaining sauce to the pan and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for another 4 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Add green onions and serve: Stir in the chopped green onions, then serve the honey ginger chicken stir-fry over rice. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and green onions for extra flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute low-sodium soy sauce with tamari.
- Using fresh ginger finely diced enhances the sauce’s flavor compared to ground ginger.
- Tossing the chicken with cornstarch helps achieve a slightly crispy texture under the sauce.
- Serve with steamed broccoli or your favorite vegetable for a balanced meal.
- This recipe is great for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner, ready in just 30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 416 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 1010 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg
