Description
Spicy Ginger Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts marinated and baked with a zesty blend of fresh ginger, garlic, and aromatic spices, topped with sesame seeds and green onions for a delicious, Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon chili paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after searing.
- Make Marinade: In a small bowl, combine grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, chili paste, ground cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chopped green onions to create a flavorful marinade.
- Heat Oil: Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat to get it ready for searing the chicken breasts.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Sear Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the hot skillet and sear them until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side, to lock in juices and add texture.
- Add Marinade: Pour the prepared ginger and spice mixture evenly over the seared chicken in the skillet, coating every piece well.
- Bake Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken for added flavor and a crunchy texture.
- Enjoy: Serve hot and enjoy your deliciously spicy, aromatic ginger chicken meal!
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet like cast iron for seamless transition from stovetop to oven.
- Adjust chili paste and red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
- Serve with steamed rice or sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
