Thai chicken ginger recipe, also known as gai pad king, is a flavor-packed stir-fry of Thai cuisine. This easy dish brings all the authentic flavors you’d find in your favorite Thai restaurant or takeout right into your home. It’s a one-pot meal loaded with healthy ingredients and tender chicken coated in a delicious sauce.

What is Thai ginger chicken stir-fry

This Thai meal is a breeze to make – it’s a lifesaver for busy weeknights when good food is a must! Just one pan and a few simple ingredients is all that’s needed to make this quick and easy dinner.

We begin with a fragrant base of garlic and chilies, a start for many Thai stir-fries. Thinly sliced chicken ensures it gets cooked quick and even while still being tender, because no one likes chewy chicken.

The best thing of Thai ginger chicken is the delicious sauce, coating everything with a nice balance of Thai flavors, while the ginger infuses the entire dish with its spicy, peppery flavor.

The vegetables add extra nutrition and crisp textures. You can add your favorites or use the ones I did.

That’s all! This chicken stir-fry with chicken is as easy as it is good. Savory, sweet, and ginger spice tastes in one tasty dish.

Customize and adapt this recipe

• The classic version of this Thai recipe calls for chicken, but you can swap it with other proteins. Use tofu, shrimp, beef, pork, a mix of seafood or a mix of everything. Adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure tender meat.
• Adjust the spiciness to your heat tolerance. For a mild version, reduce the amount of chili peppers, use a mild type of chilies, or remove their seeds. For extra heat, toss in more fresh chili and use Thai chilies such as jinda or bird’s eye chilies. If you’re having this meal with kids, omit the chilies altogether.

• Make this recipe gluten-free. Use a gluten-free soybean paste and gluten-free oyster sauce. The other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
• Garnish with fresh herbs for extra flavor and a burst of freshness. Coriander (cilantro), chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, the choice is yours.
• Adjust the flavors to your liking. For extra sweetness, add extra sugar or a sweetener of your choice like palm sugar, honey, or brown sugar. If you like a tangy flavor, serve with a lime wedge.

About ginger and health benefits

One of the reasons this Thai chicken stir-fry with ginger is so healthy is because of the health benefits of the spice.

Ginger is anti-inflammatory, relieves digestive issues, boosts immune functions, has antioxidant benefits, and more. You can use as much or as little of it as you wish.

Thai chicken and ginger stir-fry is a dish that brings mixed feeling among food lovers due to the unique taste of ginger. Some love its spicy notes, while others find it overpowering.

For a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, try this chicken and cashew stir-fry.

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• Chicken – I used skin-on, but you can use thighs or other parts as well. Additionally, you can use pork, beef, seafood, or even tofu.
• Ginger – Slice into thin strips. If you’re a ginger lover, use as much as you like.
• Cloud ear mushrooms – In Thailand, this ginger dish is made with this type of chewy mushrooms, which are also known as wood ear mushrooms.
• Chilies – Fresh chili peppers provide heat. I used Thai jinda chilies. Use as many or as few as you like.
• Green onions – Provides a fresh taste and a mild onion flavor.
• Oyster sauce – A key ingredient of Thai cuisine, adds a salty flavor and umami richness.
• Golden mountain sauce – This Thai seasoning sauce enhances the overall taste of this chicken ginger stir-fry.
• White sugar – Balances the flavors and adds sweetness. For healthier alternatives, you can try palm sugar or brown sugar.
• Soybean paste – Also known as soybean sauce, made from fermented soybeans.
• White pepper
• Garlic

Step-by-step instructions

This gai pad king recipe comes together quickly. Use a wok or non-stick pan and stir-fry over high heat.

Total Time: 10 minutes

Heat a pan over high heat, add oil, and stir-fry garlic and chilies until fragrant or 20 seconds.

Add chicken slices and stir-fry until cooked through.

Add all sauces and seasonings (white sugar, soybean paste, golden mountain, oyster sauce, white pepper) and thoroughly coat each piece of chicken with the sauce.

Toss and mix the remaining ingredients (ginger, mushrooms, and green onions) into the pan. Serve immediately.

How to serve

Serve immediately with a portion of steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or rice noodles.

Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or sliced green onions for extra color and flavor.

Or serve as a side-dish as part of a larger meal with other Thai food. My recommendations:

• Authentic Thai beef salad
• Beef and broccoli stir-fry
• Healthy corn salad
• Crying tiger steak

How to store

Let your meal cool down to room temperature and transfer it to an airtight container. This Thai ginger chicken recipe can be stored for up to 3–4 days.

To freeze: Store for a maximum of 3 months in a freezer-safe container or bag. Defrost in the fridge overnight before reheating.

To reheat: Stir-fry over medium heat, if needed, add a splash of water or oil. Alternatively, you can use the microwave.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)

More Thai chicken stir-fries you’ll love

• Authentic pad Thai – Rice noodles and bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a delicious homemade pad Thai sauce.
• Spicy eggplant stir-fry – A healthy meal with aromatic Thai basil.
• Pineapple fried rice – With your favorite protein, cashews, and refreshing chunks of fruit.

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20-Minute Thai Ginger Chicken Recipe (Gai Pad King)

Author: Praew Cooking Method: Stir-Frying Cuisine: Asian cuisines Courses: Dinner Recipe Keys: Egg Free High Protein Low Carb Low Fat Nut Free O One Pot Spicy

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 20 mins

Servings: 1 Calories: 747

Description

Thai ginger chicken recipe comes together quickly, under 20 minutes in just one pan.

Ingredients

Servings

• 7 ounces chicken (thin slices, breast or thighs)
• 1.8 ounce ginger (thin slices)
• 0.7 ounces cloud ear mushrooms (dried)
• 3 chilies (sliced, Thai chilies)
• ¹⁄₂ cup green onions (slice into 1inch sized pcs)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• ¹⁄₂ tablespoon white sugar
• ¹⁄₂ tablespoon soybean paste
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon white pepper
• ¹⁄₂ tablespoon golden mountain sauce
• 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons oil

Instructions

1. Heat a pan over high heat, add oil, and stir-fry garlic and chilies until fragrant or 20 seconds.

2. Add chicken slices and stir-fry until cooked through.

3. Add all sauces and seasonings (white sugar, soybean paste, golden mountain, oyster sauce, white pepper) and thoroughly coat each piece of chicken with the sauce.

4. Toss and mix the remaining ingredients (ginger, mushrooms, and green onions) into the pan. Serve immediately.

Equipment

Traditional Steel Wok Pan

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Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 747kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 36.4g56%

Saturated Fat 6.2g31%

Total Carbohydrate 42.9g15%

Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%

Sugars 3g

Protein 63.6g128%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

• Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
• Serve with rice or noodles.
• Customize with your favorite protein / vegetables.

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