Description
Spicy ginger chicken delight brings Korean-inspired zest to your dinner table with bold, complex flavors. Marinated chicken sings with ginger’s warmth and chili’s kick, promising a memorable meal that satisfies you completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon chili paste (to taste)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Garnish:
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, honey, chili paste, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing vessel to create a vibrant marinade.
- Thoroughly coat chicken pieces in the marinade, ensuring complete coverage. Refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Warm vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully place marinated chicken in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side until exterior develops a rich golden-brown caramelization.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour remaining marinade into the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken and glaze the chicken.
- Check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F to ensure complete cooking.
- Transfer chicken to a serving platter, creating an appealing presentation.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds over the dish for a burst of color and texture.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed rice or your preferred noodle accompaniment.
Notes
- Swap chili paste with sriracha or gochujang for different heat levels and flavor profiles.
- Marinate chicken overnight for deeper, more intense flavor penetration and tenderness.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier results compared to chicken breasts.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during sauce thickening stage for a complete one-pan meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg