Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice
Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice is the ultimate comfort meal that warms the soul and delights the palate. This satisfying dish features tender, juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich garlic-ginger broth, perfectly complemented by fluffy jasmine rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 4 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
- Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until crispy.
- Flip the chicken and add soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water; cook in a separate pot with water until fluffy.
- Serve sliced chicken over rice with ladles of broth on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg