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Caramelized Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice

A comforting and flavorful dish combining tender chicken thighs, a rich garlic ginger broth, and fragrant jasmine rice, perfect for family meals or entertaining friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 500 g chicken thighs, boneless and skinless Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 inch piece of ginger, minced Fresh ginger recommended
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water For thickening
For the Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice Rinsed under cold water
  • 2 cups water For cooking rice
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, and brown sugar to create a marinade. Add the chicken and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cooking the Rice
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
  2. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add the rinsed rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until fluffy.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large pot or skillet, heat a little oil over medium-high heat, add the marinated chicken, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through and caramelized.
  2. Carefully pour in the chicken broth and add the rice vinegar, stirring until it reaches a boiling point, then reduce heat to simmer.
Finishing Touches
  1. Add the cornstarch mixture while stirring continuously to thicken the broth. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary.
Serving
  1. Serve by placing jasmine rice on a plate and ladling the chicken and broth over the top, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Consider adding vegetables for more nutrition.