Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice
Caramelised Soy Chicken in Garlic Ginger Broth with Rice is the ultimate comfort meal, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This dish combines tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich, aromatic broth made with garlic and ginger, served over fluffy jasmine rice. The savory blend of soy sauce and brown sugar creates a delightful caramelisation that enhances the overall flavor profile. With its quick preparation time and family-friendly taste, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. You’ll love how easy it is to make and how it warms both your heart and stomach!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- 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
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium-high heat; sear chicken skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden.
- Flip chicken; add soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Rinse rice under cold water; cook with water in another pot until fluffy (15-20 minutes).
- Optionally thicken broth with cornstarch slurry before serving.
- Serve chicken over rice; garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg