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Exploring the world of flavors in Asian cuisine can be an exciting journey, and nothing encapsulates this better than the Caramelized Soy Chicken Delight. This dish brilliantly combines sweet, savory, and umami notes, resulting in chicken that is tender and full of rich flavor. The caramelization of the marinade creates a glossy glaze that sticks to each piece of chicken, enhancing its appeal. Whether you’re entertaining guests or preparing a comforting family meal, this recipe is sure to impress. The aromatic garlic and ginger combined with the deep flavors of soy sauce create a tantalizing sauce that everyone will love.

Caramelized Soy Chicken Delight

This dish features chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and savory soy sauce blend, cooked to perfection with a rich garlic-ginger broth.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 pieces green onions finely chopped (for garnish)
  • a sprinkle sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Marinate the chicken by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and black pepper.
  • Add chicken thighs to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • In a saucepan, heat chicken broth and stir in leftover marinade, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  • Preheat a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  • Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Pour reserved marinade over the chicken, reduce heat to low, and cover the skillet.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minutes, basting occasionally until fully cooked.
  • Transfer chicken to a serving platter and let rest for a few minutes.
  • Slice chicken if desired and serve in bowls with garlic-ginger broth.
  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.
Keyword broth, caramelized, chicken, garlic, ginger, soy sauce