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An Incredible Comfort Meal Recipe

An Incredible Comfort Meal Recipe
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This Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice is a comforting, flavorful meal featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory soy and brown sugar sauce infused with garlic and ginger. Served over fragrant jasmine rice and garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro, this dish is perfect for a cozy dinner that combines sweet, salty, and aromatic flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 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

Rice

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cups water

Garnish

  • Chopped green onions
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and ensure a crispy skin.
  2. Heat the Oil: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the chicken.
  3. Sear the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot oil and cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
  4. Make the Sauce: Flip the chicken over and add soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger directly into the pot; stir gently to combine the ingredients and coat the chicken.
  5. Add Chicken Broth: Pour in the chicken broth to submerge the chicken pieces, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil to start the simmering process.
  6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and cover the pot; let the chicken simmer for about 20 minutes until fully cooked and tender.
  7. Cook the Rice: While the chicken simmers, rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  8. Prepare the Rice: In a separate pot, combine rinsed rice with 4 cups of water, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15-20 minutes until fluffy and tender.
  9. Thicken the Broth (Optional): If desired, mix cornstarch with a small amount of water to form a slurry and stir it into the broth; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the pot and let cool slightly; slice the chicken and serve over the cooked jasmine rice, ladling the garlic ginger broth on top. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro for added freshness and color.

Notes

  • For extra richness, drizzle a bit of sesame oil when adding the broth or just before serving to enhance the aroma.
  • You can substitute brown sugar with honey or maple syrup, but the flavor profile will be slightly different.
  • Chicken thighs work best for this recipe due to their tenderness and flavor; however, chicken breasts can be used as a leaner alternative.
  • To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Caramelised soy chicken, garlic ginger broth, jasmine rice, comfort food, Asian chicken recipe, simmered chicken, easy dinner, flavorful chicken

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