Description
This recipe combines tender caramelized soy chicken thighs in a flavorful garlic ginger broth, served with fragrant jasmine rice. It’s a delicious and comforting dish with a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Dish:
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving:
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups water
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and chicken broth. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Cook the Rice: In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add jasmine rice. Cook according to package instructions.
- Assemble: Serve the caramelized soy chicken over jasmine rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry if desired for a thicker consistency.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bok choy or snap peas for extra flavor and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with rice
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg