Ginger Soy Chicken with Stir-Fried Zucchini Noodles and Edamame Salad
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For an extraordinary twist, try incorporating a dash of mirin or sake into the marinade to add depth and a slight sweetness to the chicken. When grilling the chicken, aim for an internal temperature of 165°F for optimal juiciness and safety. Consider dehydrating your own chili flakes from a variety of peppers for a unique kick in the dressing. Experiment with different types of honey, such as manuka or clover, for nuanced flavors in the dressing.
Step 1: Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 chicken breasts
Step 2: Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess, and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Step 3: Sauté the Zucchini Noodles
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups zucchini noodles
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 4: Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes.
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Step 5: Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled edamame with the zucchini noodles and the dressing from step 4, tossing to coat evenly.
- 2 cups cooked edamame
- Zucchini noodles from step 3
- Dressing from step 4
Step 6: Serve
Serve the grilled chicken with the stir-fried zucchini noodles and edamame salad. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Grilled chicken from step 2
- Salad from step 5
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 4 whole chicken breast
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 4 whole zucchini
- 1 cup shelled edamame
Pantry Items
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Seasonings & Spices
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- clove salt
- clove pepper
- clove sesame seeds
- clove chopped green onions