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Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

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These Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, coated in a savory, sweet soy garlic sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with a delicious balance of flavors.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons potato starch
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil) for frying

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup chicken stock (or water with chicken bouillon)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For Garnish:

  • Green onions (green parts only), chopped
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

  1. In a bowl, mix together chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch until well combined. Set aside.

Prepare the Chicken:

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine potato starch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Lightly coat each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.

Cook the Chicken:

  1. Heat neutral oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.

Prepare the Sauce:

  1. In the same pan, sauté minced garlic, the white parts of the green onions, and red chili flakes for 3 minutes, until the garlic is golden brown.
  2. Pour the prepared sauce into the pan and cook for 1 more minute, until it thickens.

Combine and Serve:

  1. Return the cooked chicken thighs to the pan, tossing them in the sauce to coat.
  2. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  3. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Serve:

  1. Serve hot with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, increase the red chili flakes or add diced fresh chili.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute gluten-free flour and ensure gluten-free soy sauce.
  • For extra crispy chicken, double-coat the chicken and fry in a bit more oil.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Courses
  • Method: Pan-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian, American