Description
A delicious recipe for Caramelized Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth served with jasmine rice, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear the chicken thighs for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the reserved marinade, chicken broth, water, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced chicken over a bed of jasmine rice, ladle the garlic ginger broth over the top, and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha to the broth.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts or tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust cooking times as needed.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg