Zesty Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe (Ginger Garlic Soy Sauce)
This zesty chicken stir-fry cooks quickly with ginger and garlic, then gets coated in a lightly sweet-and-tangy soy sauce glaze. The cornstarch helps the sauce thicken right in the pan, so you get a glossy finish without extra steps. Keep the pan hot and stir often so the chicken stays juicy. Below you’ll find the ingredients and how to make it, step by step.
Ingredients
For the sauce and stir-fry
Step-by-Step Method
Prep the chicken
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips. Grate the garlic and fresh ginger so everything is ready before the pan gets hot.
Mix the sauce
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, sugar, and vinegar. Add the cornstarch and whisk until smooth with no lumps.
Stir-fry the chicken
Heat a wide skillet until hot. Add the chicken and stir-fry over high heat until it starts to brown.
Add aromatics
Stir in the garlic, fresh ginger, and ground ginger. Cook for 30–60 seconds, just until fragrant; don’t let it scorch.
Thicken the glaze
Pour in the sauce. Once it bubbles, keep stirring for 1–2 minutes until it turns glossy and lightly thickened.
Serve
Turn off the heat and serve right away. It goes well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.