Zesty Spicy Ginger Chicken
Zesty Spicy Ginger Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that tantalizes your taste buds with bold flavors and a hint of spice. This recipe combines tender chicken thighs with a zesty marinade of fresh ginger, garlic, and chili paste, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious. With customizable spice levels and vibrant vegetables, this dish will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- Olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ginger, garlic, soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, chili paste, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in sliced bell pepper and broccoli; cook for an additional 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg