Description
A savory-sweet stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast coated in a thick, glossy ginger-garlic soy glaze. This dish is characterized by its rich color and sticky texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Toss cubed chicken with cornstarch and salt in a bowl until evenly coated.
- Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a separate small bowl.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and immediately reduce heat to medium.
- Stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the sauce reduces into a thick, glossy glaze that coats the meat.
- Remove from heat and stir in sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired