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Close-up of caramelized soy chicken in a garlic ginger broth served over rice, garnished with green onions.

Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

A hearty and aromatic dish featuring caramelised soy chicken in a rich garlic ginger broth, served with fluffy jasmine rice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 people
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 thighs chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cups water
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Patty chicken thighs dry, season with salt and pepper. Cook skin-side down in hot oil until golden, then flip and add soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir to combine.
  • Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  • Rinse jasmine rice and cook with 4 cups water until fluffy, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Thicken broth with cornstarch slurry if desired, cook 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  • Serve chicken over rice, ladle broth over top, garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Notes

For a thicker broth, mix cornstarch with a little water before adding to the pot.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSodium: 1050mg
Keyword Chicken
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