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Caramelised Soy Chicken

Deliciously Easy Caramelised Soy Chicken in Ginger Broth

A comforting Caramelised Soy Chicken dish that combines crispy chicken and fragrant garlic ginger broth, perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can substitute with canola or peanut oil
For the Broth
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce opt for tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar can use honey or maple syrup as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) fresh ginger adds flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh cloves recommended
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium options best
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil omit if not available
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch optional for thickening
  • to taste Salt & Pepper essential for seasoning
For Serving
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice can substitute with Basmati or brown rice
  • 1.75 cups Water necessary for cooking rice
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (chopped) for garnish
  • to taste Fresh Cilantro optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot or deep skillet
  • separate pot for rice

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Flip the chicken, stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, and then reduce heat and cover.
  6. Simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  7. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water, then cook with water in a separate pot.
  8. If desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the broth to thicken.
  9. Serve chicken over jasmine rice and ladle broth on top; garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for replacing busy weeknight meals with something comforting and easy.

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