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Combine first 3 ingredients in small bowl.
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Sprinkle chicken on both sides.
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Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add chicken and sauté until brown, about 4 minutes on each side.
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Transfer to plate.
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Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in same skillet.
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Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
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Add ginger and sauté for 1 minute.
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Return chicken to skillet.
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Add 1 cup water and bring up to a boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, for about 7 minutes.
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Transfer chicken to 2 plates and cover with foil.
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Increase heat to boil and boil sauce until slightly thickened, for about 7 minutes.
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Season salt with salt and pepper.
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Spoon over chicken.