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Soy Glazed Chicken Recipe

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This Soy Glazed Chicken recipe offers tender, juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory soy-based glaze. Marinated in a flavorful mixture of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then pan-seared to perfection and finished with a thickened glaze, it’s an easy yet impressive dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 1 hour (including marinating)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Marinade

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • Black pepper, freshly cracked (about 15 cranks)
  • 1 Tbsp cooking oil

Chicken

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.75 lbs total)
  • ½ Tbsp cooking oil (for cooking)

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Make the marinade: Mince the garlic and grate the ginger finely. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, freshly cracked black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, stirring well until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Marinate: Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish or gallon zip-lock bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken and turn to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to a day for maximum flavor penetration.
  3. Heat the skillet: When ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium flame. Add ½ tablespoon cooking oil and swirl to coat the skillet evenly.
  4. Cook the chicken: Add half of the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until well browned on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove cooked chicken to a clean plate and repeat with the second batch.
  5. Reduce the marinade to a glaze: Pour the leftover marinade into the hot skillet. Bring it to a boil, whisking constantly to dissolve any browned bits stuck to the pan. Let it boil until it thickens into a glossy glaze, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Coat the chicken: Turn off the heat, return all the cooked chicken pieces to the skillet, and spoon or dredge them thoroughly in the thick soy glaze.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving for added crunch and flavor.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but longer (up to 24 hours) will deepen the flavor.
  • Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier results; chicken breasts can be substituted but may be less tender.
  • Whisk the marinade while boiling to prevent burning and ensure a smooth glaze.
  • Adjust black pepper amount to taste to control the spice level.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice and sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/soy-glazed-chicken-recipe/