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Sticky Sweet Soy Chicken with Rice

Close-up of Sticky Sweet Soy Chicken with Rice, coated in dark glaze and topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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A recipe for tender chicken coated in a thick, sweet, and savory soy-based glaze, served over steamed rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1.5 cups water (for rice)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 1 green onion, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: Combine rice and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed. Keep covered off the heat.
  2. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Sauté aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and ginger to the same skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Glaze the chicken: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet. Bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Thicken the sauce: Whisk the cornstarch slurry one more time and pour it slowly into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. The sauce will thicken quickly.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet. Toss the chicken pieces until they are fully coated in the thick, sticky glaze. Cook for 1 minute to set the glaze.
  8. Serve immediately over the cooked rice. Garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken pieces in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of ginger for 15 minutes before cooking.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, omit the cornstarch slurry.
  • Use chicken thighs for a more tender result.

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