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Caramelised Soy Chicken

Savoring Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth

This Caramelised Soy Chicken is a heartwarming one-pot meal in garlic ginger broth that's both satisfying and flavorful.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Can swap with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Can be replaced with vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger Minced
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup
For the Broth
  • 2 cups chicken broth Low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Can use apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Can substitute with arrowroot powder
For the Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice Can swap with basmati or short-grain rice
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks green onions Sliced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Coat the chicken pieces and let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water and bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat oil in a large pot, add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and rice vinegar, bringing to a boil then simmering.
  6. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and add to broth, stirring continuously until thickened for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve caramelised chicken and broth over jasmine rice.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave.

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