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Caramelised Soy Chicken

A warm and comforting dish featuring sweet and savory chicken in a garlic ginger broth, served with fluffy jasmine rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 500 g chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch piece ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Adjust based on taste
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water For thickening
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water (for rice)
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Cooking Rice
  1. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add the rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork once done.
Cooking Chicken
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and sauté until they are caramelised and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer.
  3. Once simmering, add the cornstarch mixture slowly while stirring to thicken the broth. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Final Touches
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
  2. Serve the caramelised chicken and broth over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice.
  3. Top with sliced green onions for an added burst of flavor and freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth to keep it moist.

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