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Ginger Soy Chicken (One Skillet)

August 25, 2020 16 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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These Ginger Soy Chicken thighs are made in one skillet and simmered in the most delicious asian sauce. This 20 minute meal is perfect for dinner!

 

 

 

This One Skillet Ginger Soy Chicken dinner is perfect for those busy weeknights when you have no time to cook. It’s great because you can make a quick 20 minute meal that the whole family will love, and you can feel good about feeding it to them. Not only are these Ginger Soy Chicken thighs healthy, but they are juicy, easy to make, and delicious!

Using only one skillet is key when making a quick dinner. I make both the chicken and the sauce in the same skillet, and you only end up dirtying one extra plate when you remove the chicken from the skillet. If you aren’t fond of chicken thighs (you should be, they are so juicy!), then go ahead and make this which chicken breasts, or you can use bite size chicken pieces as well. Just adjust your cooking time to make sure the chicken is completely cooked through!

How to make Ginger Soy Chicken:

**scroll down for full ingredient list and printable directions as well as step by step video**

  • Season tops and bottoms of chicken with salt and pepper. 
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, then the chicken thighs. Cook about 5 minutes and then flip to opposite side, cooking 4-5 more minutes or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add preserves, garlic, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes and whisk to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for about 2 minutes, then add chopped green onions, whisking to combine. Simmer 2 more minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.
  • Add chicken back to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top, cooking about 30 seconds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

There are several ways you can serve Ginger Soy Chicken:

  • Serve the chicken over white or brown rice. Use your Instant Pot to make perfect rice in record time!
  • I like to serve Ginger Soy Chicken with quinoa if you are feeling extra healthy, and a side of green beans. My favorite are my Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans. 
  • You could also do this as a complete stir fry meal. Cut your chicken into bite sized pieces and cook for a few minutes, then add vegetables like chopped bell peppers, broccoli, sugar snap peas, and onions and continue cooking until all the way cooked through. Push it all to the side and then make your sauce. Serve it all over rice, or just plain as a stir fry bowl. I have a similar 20 minute Chicken Stir Fry meal too. 

Like easy heathy dinners as much as I do? Check out these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

  • Honey Sesame Tofu
  • Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
  • Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders
  • Garlic Roasted Chicken Thighs

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Ginger Soy Chicken (One Skillet)

These Ginger Soy Chicken thighs are made in one skillet and simmered in the most delicious asian sauce. This 20 minute meal is perfect for dinner!

Calories: 268 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 lbs skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 TBS olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup apricot or orange preserves
  • 1 tsp garlic (2 cloves minced)
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 inch knob fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 3 stalks green onions, chopped
Instructions
  1. Season tops and bottoms of chicken with salt and pepper. 

  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil, then the chicken thighs. Cook about 5 minutes and then flip to opposite side, cooking 4-5 more minutes or until cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  3. In the same skillet, add preserves, garlic, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes; whisk to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for about 2 minutes, then add chopped green onions, whisking to combine. Simmer 2 more minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.

  4. Add chicken back to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top, cooking about 30 seconds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes
  • You can also make this using chicken breast, just adjust cooking time so the chicken is cooked all the way through. You can also cut the breasts into bite sized pieces reducing the amount of time to cook through (about 5-7 minutes).

**Nutritional Information: 268 calories, 9g fat, 20g carbohydrates, 16g sugar, 27g protein.

**Originally publishes January 2018, updated August 2020.

 

 

These Ginger Soy Chicken thighs are made in one skillet and simmered in the most delicious asian sauce. This 20 minute meal is perfect for dinner!
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  1. Amanda says

    January 24, 2018 at 3:27 pm

    I love one skillet meals… so perfect for busy weeknights!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      January 25, 2018 at 2:44 am

      They are so great!

      Reply
  2. Des says

    January 25, 2018 at 11:44 am

    5 stars
    Love a dinner that requires little cleanup!

    Reply
  3. Jacque Hastert says

    January 25, 2018 at 12:32 pm

    5 stars
    Winner winner chicken dinner. I know what I am making this weekend.

    Reply
  4. Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says

    January 25, 2018 at 2:21 pm

    The flavors of this chicken are incredible.

    Reply
    • Sara Welch says

      August 25, 2020 at 5:57 pm

      5 stars
      Chicken thighs are my favorite cut of meat; so tender and juicy! Adding this to my dinner line up; looks too good to pass up!

      Reply
  5. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    January 25, 2018 at 9:53 pm

    Making this for the family this weekend! we would LOVE this so much!

    Reply
  6. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    January 25, 2018 at 10:18 pm

    I love dishes like this, and yours looks amazing! I love seeing those little pieces of garlic and red pepper flakes, and imagine the sauce is delicious!

    Reply
  7. Erin says

    August 25, 2020 at 5:36 pm

    5 stars
    I’m all about quick, tasty 20 minute meals. This one will be on rotation from now on!

    Reply
  8. Lily says

    August 25, 2020 at 7:15 pm

    5 stars
    This was so tasty the best chicken lunch, I served it with grilled potatoes and it was amazing so juicy and yummy! Thank you for a wonderful and juicy recipe.

    Reply
  9. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    August 25, 2020 at 9:11 pm

    5 stars
    These Ginger Soy Chicken thighs are mouth watering!

    Reply
  10. Vikki says

    August 26, 2020 at 1:20 am

    5 stars
    I love the fantastic flavor combination, made for a delicious meal!

    Reply
  11. Beth says

    August 26, 2020 at 9:24 am

    5 stars
    This recipe looks so delicious and juicy! I can’t wait to make this for dinner tonight! So excited!

    Reply
  12. Toni Dash says

    August 26, 2020 at 1:18 pm

    5 stars
    My kids have been requesting this! It is so good!

    Reply
  13. Kevin says

    August 26, 2020 at 2:23 pm

    5 stars
    Love one pan meals! This one is going to be happening this week!

    Reply
  14. Suzy says

    August 26, 2020 at 6:24 pm

    5 stars
    We love one pot meals! This chicken is so tender and tasty!

    Reply

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