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Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

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These Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a sweet-savory garlic soy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons potato starch (or cornstarch)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil (for frying)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 green onions (white and green parts separated)
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • ¾ cup chicken stock (or water with chicken bouillon)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For Garnish:

  • Chopped green onions (green parts)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.

  2. Prep the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. In a bowl, mix potato starch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken evenly.

  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken thighs for 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside.

  4. Cook the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté garlic, green onion whites, and red chili flakes for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce and cook until it thickens.

  5. Combine: Add the fried chicken back into the pan. Toss for 5 minutes to fully coat the chicken in sauce.

  6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables.

Notes

  • Variations:

    • Kid-Friendly: Reduce or omit red chili flakes.
    • Low-Carb: Use almond or coconut flour instead of all-purpose flour.
    • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free soy sauce and flour alternatives.

  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

  • Reheating: Warm in a microwave, oven (350°F for 15 minutes), or skillet until hot.

Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/soy-garlic-chicken-thighs/