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Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

Savory Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

This Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice is a savory, quick meal 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: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Ideal for flavor and tenderness
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can use canola oil
For the Broth
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar makes a great alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2-3 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional for thickening
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to the broth
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to the broth
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Can substitute with basmati or brown rice
  • 2 stalks Chopped Green Onions For garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Deep skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken, add soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir together.
  5. Pour in chicken broth to submerge the chicken. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. While chicken simmers, rinse rice and cook with water in a separate pot.
  8. To thicken broth (optional), mix cornstarch with water and stir into broth.
  9. Remove chicken, slice, and serve over rice with broth, garnished with green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is dry for a better sear. Adjust sweetness and seasoning to taste.

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