Description
A bold and flavorful Spicy Ginger Chicken recipe featuring fresh ginger, chili peppers, and a savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for spice lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1-inch fresh ginger (grated)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1–2 red chili peppers (sliced, adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Green onions & sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients – Cut chicken and slice vegetables.
- Marinate the Chicken – Mix chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and black pepper; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken – Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics – In the same pan, stir-fry ginger, garlic, and onions until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables & Chili – Toss in bell peppers and red chili peppers, cook for 2 minutes.
- Combine Everything – Return chicken to pan; add soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
- Thicken the Sauce – Stir in cornstarch slurry, simmer until thickened.
- Final Touches – Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve – Enjoy hot with steamed rice.
Notes
- Mild Version: Omit chili peppers and red pepper flakes.
- Extra Crunch: Add cashews or peanuts.
- Vegetarian Alternative: Use tofu or mushrooms.
- Protein Swap: Try shrimp, beef, or pork instead.
- More Vegetables: Add broccoli, snap peas, or carrots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: asian
Keywords: Spicy ginger chicken, quick stir-fry, Asian chicken recipe, easy weeknight dinner, chili chicken