Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs
A simple and comforting recipe perfect for weeknights, featuring tender chicken thighs coated in a savory soy-garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs Meaty and tender.
- 3 tablespoons potato starch For crispiness.
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour For structure.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances garlic flavor.
- ½ teaspoon salt Brings out flavors.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Adds subtle heat.
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil For pan frying.
- 8 cloves garlic Minced, important flavor component.
- 2 stalks green onion Separated into green and white parts.
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes For a touch of heat.
- ½ cup chicken stock Or water and chicken bouillon substitute.
- 3 tablespoons honey Adds sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Contributes tanginess.
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce Provides rich color and flavor.
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch Thickens sauce.
- 1 to taste green onion For garnish.
- 1 to taste sesame seeds For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the potato starch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken thighs in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Cooking
- Heat the neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the coated chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for approximately 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and the white parts of the green onion, sautéing until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Incorporate the red chili flakes, then pour in chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch.
- Stir well to dissolve the cornstarch and simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss gently in the sauce.
Serving
- Plate the chicken thighs, drizzle with remaining sauce, and garnish with green onion and sesame seeds.
Notes
Be sure to coat the chicken thoroughly in the flour mixture for an even, crispy crust. Adjust the garlic and chili flakes based on your taste preferences. Store leftovers properly in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgSugar: 8g
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