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Caramelised Soy Chicken

Caramelised Soy Chicken: Quick Comfort in a Bowls of Goodness

Enjoy the rich flavors of Caramelised Soy Chicken in just 45 minutes. A comforting dish that is quick and satisfying, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs for tenderness and flavor
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium optional
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) use fresh for best results
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar can use maple syrup or honey
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch arrowroot powder for gluten-free
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice or basmati rice
For Garnish
  • 1 bunch Green Onions (sliced) chives are an alternative
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Saucepan
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar in a bowl and marinate chicken for 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water and then cook with water in a saucepan for 15 minutes until tender.
  4. Heat oil in a pot, sauté marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Add chicken broth and rice vinegar, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Thicken broth by mixing cornstarch with cold water and stirring into the pot.
  7. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as desired.
  8. Serve caramelised chicken and broth over jasmine rice.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, rinse your rice thoroughly and use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor enhancement.

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