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Caramelized Soy Glazed Chicken

Caramelized Soy Glazed Chicken: Your New Weeknight Delight

Experience the rich flavors of Caramelized Soy Glazed Chicken, a savory-sweet weeknight favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breasts
For the Marinade
  • 125 ml soy sauce can substitute with coconut aminos
  • 75 g brown sugar can use maple syrup or honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced optional for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated can use ground ginger
  • 15 ml sesame oil can substitute with flavor-neutral oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper can use fresh ground pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch no substitutes needed
  • 30 ml water omit if not making sauce
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional for gluten-free
  • 2 pieces green onions, chopped can substitute with chives

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • small saucepan
  • meat thermometer
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper until glossy.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or dish, pour the marinade on top, seal or cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil if needed, remove chicken from marinade, and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine reserved marinade with a slurry made from cornstarch and water, simmer until thickened.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Drizzle sauce over cooked chicken, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, marinate the chicken longer if possible and use a meat thermometer for perfect cooking results.

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