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Caramelized Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth Awaits!

A delicious recipe for Caramelized Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth served with jasmine rice, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. In the same pot, add the reserved marinade, chicken broth, water, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Return the chicken to the pot, cover, and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  6. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  7. 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

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.

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