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Easy Steamed Ginger Scallion Shredded Chicken

Why you'll love this recipe

  • This is the ultimate "clean" comfort food, relying on gentle steam to preserve the natural sweetness of the chicken.
  • The scallion oil sauce is a versatile "flavor bomb" that can be used on noodles, vegetables, or rice.
  • It's a low-effort, high-reward dish that feels light yet satisfyingly savory.

Key Ingredients

  • Chicken Thighs: Using bone-in thighs is crucial here, as the bone releases collagen into the steaming liquid for a richer taste.
  • Ginger & Scallion (Steaming): These act as a natural deodorizer, infusing the steam with a mild, fresh aroma.
  • Hot Oil: Essential for "blooming" the raw garlic and scallions, removing their bite and replacing it with sweetness.

✅Quick Tips: Place a small ceramic bowl in the center of the steaming plate to keep the chicken elevated and out of the excess liquid.

Key Steps

  • #1: Steam on high for 15 minutes, then drop to low for 10 minutes to finish the cooking gently without toughening the meat.
  • #2: Sizzle the scallion and garlic with smoking-hot oil to create a vibrant, aromatic dressing.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Cooking Method:
Courses:
Servings: 2
Description

Tender chicken thighs are infused with ginger and topped with a signature sizzling scallion oil sauce. This light and healthy meal is the ultimate comfort food for any season.

Ingredients:
  • 4 chicken thigh
  • 5-6 slices ginger
  • 2 stalk of scallion
  • A pinch of salt
    • Scallion sauce:
  • 2 stalks scallion
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp cooking oil
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • A pinch of salt
  • A pinch of sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp of chicken broth
  • optional
Instructions
  1. 1
    Salt the chicken and cover with ginger and scallion. Place a small bowl in the middle to level the chicken as it steams it don’t get soggy by soaking in the broth for too long.
  2. 2
    Steam for 15 minutes on high heat and 10 on low heat.
  3. 3
    Make the scallion sauce by heating the oil with head of the scallion in the oil, pour over scallion and garlic and add in soy sauce, salt and sugar. Add in chicken broth too if you like that extra chicken taste.
  4. 4
    Pour over the sauce over shredded chicken by increments until you reach your desired salt level..
Keywords: Steamed, Chicken, Authentic
Read it online: https://ailalinrecipes.com/recipe/easy-ginger-scallion-chicken-steamed/
Aila Lin
Recipe Creator and Food Blogger

Hi, I'm Aila, an avid foodie who enjoy eating, cooking and sharing food. I'm currently based in Seattle, WA, and loves traveling, sharing new recipes, and spending time with my family cooking them their favorite food!