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Soy Glazed Chicken Recipe

Soy Glazed Chicken Recipe
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A flavorful and easy-to-make Soy Glazed Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory soy glaze, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. Perfect served over white rice for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Soy Glaze

  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)

For Garnish (Optional but Recommended!)

  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Using a paper towel, pat the chicken pieces dry to remove excess moisture. This will help the chicken brown beautifully.
  2. Create the glaze: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and rice vinegar until well combined.
  3. Make a slurry: In a separate cup, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of ice-cold water, stirring until smooth. This will be the thickening agent for the sauce.
  4. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Place the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
  5. Soften glaze: Pour the soy glaze mixture into the hot skillet and bring to a simmer. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens to a sticky consistency.
  6. Mix: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss with tongs until all pieces are evenly coated with the soy glaze.
  7. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Enjoy the soy glazed chicken served over white rice for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to better control salt levels in the dish.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute regular soy sauce with tamari.
  • Make sure to dry the chicken well before cooking to get a good sear.
  • Adjust honey quantity based on the desired sweetness.
  • Optional garnishes add texture and visual appeal but can be omitted.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: soy glazed chicken, sticky soy chicken, Asian chicken recipe, easy chicken dinner, quick chicken recipe, honey soy chicken

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