Bento sides

Bento Ginger Chicken

Ginger stir-fried chicken breast that still eats well reheated—ideal for weekday bentos.

Total 22 min Skillet Easy 1 servings
Skillet Bento prepHigh-protein meals
Bento Ginger Chicken

For bento, stop at medium doneness—carryover heat finishes the breast without drying it out.

Steps

How to make it

Prep 10 min · Cook 12 min

  1. Cut chicken into strips; shred ginger finely. Toss chicken with a pinch of salt and 1 tsp soy sauce for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat oil over medium-high; stir-fry chicken about 3 minutes until surfaces turn color.
  3. Add ginger and stir 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add remaining soy sauce and rice wine; stir-fry on high about 1 minute to glaze.

Tips & storage

Make it easier

  • Split into two meals with rice and blanched greens.

Refrigerate up to 2 days; microwave about 1 minute with a damp paper towel over the box.

FAQ

Can I use chicken thigh?

Yes—it stays juicier but carries a bit more fat in the bento.