Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Caramelised Soy Chicken simmered in a fragrant garlic ginger broth, served over fluffy jasmine rice. This one-pot dish is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, offering layers of savory sweetness that will warm your heart and fill your home with delightful aromas. Enjoy the rich taste and effortless preparation that makes this recipe a must-try!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot; sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce, scraping any bits from the bottom. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in brown sugar until dissolved. Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Serve the caramelized soy chicken over rice, drizzled with sesame oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg