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Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth Over Rice

A comforting one-pot wonder featuring tender chicken in a rich garlic ginger broth, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Skinless for a lighter dish
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Add sesame oil for extra flavor
For the Broth
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is preferred over powdered
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh, grated ginger recommended
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For Serving
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Brown rice can be substituted
  • 3 stalks Spring Onions Chives can be used as an alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Rice Cooker or Pot

Method
 

Steps
  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions and keep warm.
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce and brown sugar. Add chicken thighs, coating them well. Marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Lower heat, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Return chicken to skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Serve jasmine rice in bowls, top with caramelised chicken and ladle broth over. Garnish with spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken properly and adjust cooking times and flavors as per personal preference.

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