Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Chicken
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4 boneless chicken thighs
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2 teaspoons salt (about 1/2 teaspoon per thigh)
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1/3 cup cornstarch
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Oil for cooking
→ For the Soy Garlic Glaze
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon oyster sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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4 garlic cloves, minced
→ For Serving
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Cooked white rice
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Sesame seeds (optional)
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Green onions, sliced (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
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Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly coat all sides with cornstarch for extra crispiness.
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Heat a drizzle of oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down (if they have skin) and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Pour the prepared sauce into the same pan and let it simmer for about 30 seconds until it begins to thicken slightly.
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Return the chicken to the pan and flip each piece to coat in the glaze. Cook for about 1 minute per side, allowing the sauce to caramelize and create a sticky, glossy coating on the chicken.
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Serve the chicken over hot white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
# Notes:
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For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce