Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry
45 min.
6
368kcal
25.02%sweetness
100%saltiness
20.48%sourness
33.77%bitterness
43.27%savoriness
75.09%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. With a combination of savory vegetables, tender chicken, and a flavorful sauce, it's a well-balanced and nutritious meal that will satisfy your cravings for Asian cuisine.

One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. You can easily customize it by using your favorite frozen vegetable mixture or adding extra ingredients like cashews or tofu for a vegetarian option. It's also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, as the stir-frying method retains their crispness and freshness.

The marinade of teriyaki sauce and ginger gives the chicken a delightful flavor, while the addition of cornstarch creates a delicious thick sauce that coats the ingredients perfectly. Served over a bed of hot rice, this stir-fry is a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.

Not only is this dish tasty, but it's also packed with nutritional benefits. It's a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, and the use of healthy oils and lean chicken breast makes it a lighter option. So, if you're looking for a recipe that's both delicious and nutritious, this Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry is definitely one to try!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces savory vegetable frozen ( packaged mixture)
  • 16 ounces savory vegetable frozen ( packaged mixture)
  • pound chicken breast cut into 1-½ inch pieces (skinned and boned)
  • cup chicken broth 
  • cups brown rice hot cooked
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • medium onion cut into 8 wedges
  • 0.3 cup teriyaki sauce 
  • 0.8 cup vegetable oil 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking pan
  • wok

Directions

  1. In shallow baking dish, combine teriyaki sauce and water; add chicken pieces, coating well. Cover and refrigerate two hours.
  2. Drain marinade from chicken pieces. In large skillet or wok, heat oil; stir-fry chicken and onion until chicken is slightly browned. Stir in vegetables, ginger, and wine. Cover; simmer 4 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender crisp. In small bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth.Gradually add to skillet, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  3. Serve over hot rice.*Or use 1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetable mixture of your choice.NOTE: Optional ingredients are omitted from the nutritional calculations.When ingredient options appear in a recipe, the first ingredient choice is used for calculation.

Nutrition Facts

Calories368kcal
Protein26.18%
Fat21.9%
Carbs51.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.2
Glycemic Load
17.86
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.971304347826%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
3.72mg

Taste

Sweetness:
25.02%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
20.48%
Bitterness:
33.77%
Savoriness:
43.27%
Fattiness:
75.09%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368kcal
18.4%
Fat:9.14g
14.05%
Saturated Fat:1.6g
9.99%
Carbohydrates:48.72g
16.24%
Net Carbohydrates:40.49g
14.72%
Sugar:2.66g
2.96%
Cholesterol:49.17mg
16.39%
Sodium:771.59mg
33.55%
Protein:24.57g
49.15%
Vitamin A:7701.84IU
154.04%
Manganese:1.71mg
85.71%
Vitamin B3:11.4mg
56.99%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.74%
Selenium:25.59µg
36.55%
Phosphorus:349.7mg
34.97%
Fiber:8.23g
32.93%
Magnesium:111.04mg
27.76%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.52%
Vitamin C:17.99mg
21.81%
Potassium:746.94mg
21.34%
Vitamin B5:1.76mg
17.59%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.91%
Iron:2.64mg
14.68%
Copper:0.29mg
14.39%
Folate:55.3µg
13.83%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.21%
Vitamin K:10.25µg
9.76%
Calcium:64.45mg
6.44%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.06%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.65%
Source:Foodista