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Spicy Ginger Chicken Delight

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Spicy Ginger Chicken Delight is a vibrant stir-fry dish featuring thinly sliced chicken tossed in a bold, ginger-garlic sauce with a hint of sweetness and heat. It’s aromatic, quick to prepare, and perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated or minced (plus more for sautéing)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (plus more for sautéing)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes or 1 fresh red chili, chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Optional: 1/2 red bell pepper or 1 cup snap peas, sliced

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken into thin strips and toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes to create the sauce.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and sauté additional ginger and garlic until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the sauce mixture and let it bubble and thicken for 1 minute.
  7. Return chicken to the pan, toss to coat, and cook for 2–3 more minutes.
  8. Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Add vegetables like broccoli, bell pepper, or carrots for more color and nutrients.
  • Use dark soy sauce or a splash of fish sauce for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing chili flakes or using chili paste.
  • Swap honey with a sugar-free alternative for a lower-sugar version.
  • Serve with jasmine rice, brown rice, or noodles.

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