Description
Irresistible soy sauce brown sugar chicken thighs promise a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy, caramelized meat with a glossy finish will make you crave this simple yet delicious dinner that brings restaurant-quality taste right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 chicken thighs
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Craft a robust marinade by whisking brown sugar, soy sauce, white vinegar, ground ginger, and minced garlic into a harmonious blend.
- Submerge chicken thighs completely in the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Allow flavors to penetrate for a minimum of 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating an ideal searing environment. Generously season chicken thighs with salt and pepper before placing them into the hot pan.
- Sear chicken thighs for approximately 6-7 minutes per side, developing a golden-brown exterior while maintaining juicy interior.
- Carefully cascade remaining marinade over the seared chicken, transforming the liquid into a rich, glossy glaze. Continuously baste and reduce sauce until it clings luxuriously to the meat, roughly 5 minutes.
- Transfer chicken thighs to a serving platter, drizzling any residual caramelized glaze over the top for maximum flavor intensity. Garnish optionally with fresh herbs or green onions for added visual appeal.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by marinating chicken overnight in the refrigerator for deeper, more intense taste profiles.
- Swap chicken thighs with chicken breasts or tofu for dietary preferences, adjusting cooking times accordingly.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake while maintaining delicious umami flavor.
- Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispy, beautifully caramelized exterior and prevent steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg