Best 7 Ginger Chicken For Two Recipes

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Ginger chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. It is a great choice for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. The combination of ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar gives this dish a unique and delicious flavor. There are many different ways to make ginger chicken, but this recipe is a simple and straightforward way to create a delicious meal that everyone will enjoy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC GINGER CHICKEN



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Flavor packed Chinese takeout style chicken recipe made with fresh ginger and garlic in a soy sesame caramelized sauce.

Provided by Amanda Cooks & Styles

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb. Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless - cut into small chunks)
1 Egg
3 tbsp Cornstarch
3/4 cup Water
1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (very finely chopped)
1 tbsp Fresh Garlic (very finely chopped)
1 tbsp Yellow/White Onion (very finely chopped )
3 tbsp Soy Sauce
3 tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tbsp White Wine Vinegar
1 tsp Sesame Oil
2 tbsp Canola Oil
Green Onions
Sesame Seeds

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix wine vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, onion, brown sugar, soy sauce, and water.
  • Heat your skillet to medium heat and pour in the sauce. Bring sauce to a light simmer and let simmer for about 10 minutes until sauce darkens. Then, carefully pour sauce back into the bowl and set aside for later.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add chicken and cornstarch and toss until chicken is fully coated. You may need to add an additional tablespoon or two of cornstarch.
  • In a small bowl, whisk egg. Pour egg over the chicken and gently mix chicken to coat.
  • In the same skillet you cooked the sauce in, add oil and heat to medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add chicken to the skillet. Gently spread chicken out into an even layer and let cook until bottom is golden. Don't panic, the chicken will look weird at this point but it will all come together.
  • Once the bottom of the chicken is golden, flip chicken over, gently breaking pieces apart. Cook for another 5-7 minutes on the other side until golden. Then, turn heat to low and let cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain excess oil from pan (if any) and turn heat up to high. Pour sauce over the chicken and begin stirring frequently for a few minutes.
  • Serve with a sprinkle with fresh chopped green onions and sesame seeds (optional). Enjoy!

GARLIC GINGER CHICKEN FOR TWO



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There are some great garlic chicken recipes on here, but most of them are written for a cook who has a lot of time and is cooking for more than just two people. This is what I came up with as something smaller and simpler to serve with a sweeter side. I served it with acorn squash cooked with brown sugar and peas. The meal ended up having a flavor reminiscent of North African food.

Provided by Anacat

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon butter (light butter is ok)
5 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
water (may substitute dry white wine or sherry)

Steps:

  • Use one tablespoon of the olive oil to saute the chicken breast over medium heat until brown, set aside.
  • Add second tablespoon of olive oil, butter, garlic and spices and sauté until fragrant.
  • Add lemon juice and stir until mixed.
  • Add reserved chicken, brown sugar and enough water or wine to create a sauce with the spices and sugar.
  • Simmer about 10 minutes, turning once, until the flavors begin to penetrate the meat. Add more water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.9, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 83.7, Sodium 125.5, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 13.5, Protein 27.9

GARLIC GINGER CHICKEN MARINADE!



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I made this marinade up about a month ago. Since then, my SO and I have been craving it so much, we've made it at least 6 times. Throw in a half tsp of red pepper for a spicier dish.

Provided by Melany

Categories     Asian

Time 5m

Yield 2 lbs chicken

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 -5 slices ginger, thin (always use fresh and not ground)
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon curry powder (like tandoori, a red hot curry)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 mushrooms (I just like throwing it in) (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in food processor until a little chunky.
  • Rub over baked chicken, on chicken drumsticks, any chicken.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2012, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 4.2

GINGER CHICKEN



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This zingy curry is must-make recipe and only takes 50 minutes, fresher than your local take away and much healthier too

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1kg pack boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 thumb-size piece of fresh ginger, peeled and very finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tsp mild chilli powder
15g pack fresh coriander, chopped
juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp sunflower oil
2 medium onions
1 tsp ground turmeric
400ml can reduced-fat coconut milk
1 fresh red chilli, deseeded and sliced
1 chicken stock cube

Steps:

  • Slice each chicken thigh into 2 or 3 large chunks, then put in a bowl with the ginger, garlic, chilli powder, half the coriander, lime juice and 1 tbsp of the oil. Stir well, then cover and leave in the fridge to marinate until ready to cook. For the best flavour, do this in the morning or, better still, the night before.
  • Peel and quarter the onions, then very finely chop them in a food processor; for a curry you want the onion really fine. Heat the remaining oil in a wok or large frying pan, then add the onion and stir-fry for about 8 mins until soft. Stir in the turmeric and cook for 1 min more, stirring well.
  • Tip in the chicken mixture with the marinade and cook over a high heat until the chicken changes colour. Pour in the coconut milk, add the chilli and stock, then cover and simmer for 20 mins until the chicken is tender. Stir in the remaining coriander, then serve with pilau rice, a bowl of mango chutney - we like Geeta's - and some poppadoms or naan bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 16 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 37 grams protein, Sodium 1.29 milligram of sodium

EASY GARLIC GINGER CHICKEN



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Light and flavorful!

Provided by Susan McFadden

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 cloves crushed garlic
3 tablespoons ground ginger
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 limes, juiced

Steps:

  • Pound the chicken to 1/2 inch thickness. In a large resealable plastic bag combine the garlic, ginger, oil and lime juice. Seal bag and shake until blended. Open bag and add chicken. Seal bag and marinate in refrigerator for no more than 20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from bag and grill or broil, basting with marinade, until cooked through and juices run clear. Dispose of any remaining marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 79.8 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

GINGER CHICKEN



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Ginger and soy sauce lend an Asian flair to this hearty and healthy main dish. -Ben Haen, Baldwin, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
SAUCE:
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
STIR-FRY:
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons peanut oil, divided
1 medium green pepper, julienned
3 green onions, cut into 1-inch lengths
1/2 cup canned bamboo shoots, finely chopped
2 to 3 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the egg white, soy sauce, cornstarch and pepper. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. For sauce, combine the cornstarch, vinegar, soy sauce and sugar until smooth; set aside., Drain chicken and discard marinade. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., Stir-fry green pepper and onions in remaining oil for 2 minutes. Add bamboo shoots and ginger; stir-fry 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender., Stir sauce mixture and add to the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and heat through. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN WITH GINGER



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You can also serve this Asian dish over Chinese noodles or steamed rice.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 three-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch-thick matchsticks (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup sliced scallions

Steps:

  • Soak ginger in cold water 10 minutes; drain.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat; brown chicken in two batches, 6 to 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • In same skillet over medium heat, cook ginger, onion, and garlic, stirring until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar; cook over high heat until thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken; stir to warm. Remove from heat; stir in scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 g, Fat 9 g, Protein 41 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cut ginger and garlic from the grocery store.
  • If you don't have Shaoxing wine, you can substitute dry sherry or white wine.
  • If you like your chicken with a crispy skin, be sure to brown it well in the pan before adding the sauce.
  • Serve ginger chicken with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
  • Leftover ginger chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This ginger chicken recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and slightly sweet. The ginger and scallions add a nice pop of freshness to the dish. This recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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