Glazed Soy Sauce Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs Recipe
This Glazed Soy Sauce Brown Sugar Chicken Thighs recipe combines tender chicken with a delicious glaze made from soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and garlic. The sweet and savory flavors create a perfect balance, making this dish a great choice for a satisfying and easy dinner. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, it's a must-try for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ground ginger, and minced garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs to the pan and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken thighs.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, basting the chicken occasionally with the sauce.
- Once cooked through, remove the chicken from the pan and let the sauce thicken slightly.
- Serve the chicken with the thickened glaze drizzled on top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the soy sauce mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with rice or vegetables to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg