Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of this easy Chinese Chicken Recipe, featuring tender chicken morsels glazed in a perfect balance of savory and sweet sauce. This dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, providing a delightful aroma that fills your kitchen and a taste that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 pieces)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken pieces; coat well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet with juices. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through (7-10 minutes).
- Remove chicken; pour in leftover marinade (if safe) and simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Plate chicken over rice or veggies and drizzle with extra sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg