Sweet & Savory Glazed Chicken with a hint of Spice
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Elevate your weeknight meals with this irresistible chicken dish. Featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a luscious, balanced sauce, it's a crowd-pleaser that’s surprisingly easy to make.
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Ingredients
- ✓1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ✓2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- ✓1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- ✓3 cloves Garlic, minced
- ✓0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- ✓0.5 cup Orange juice
- ✓0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
- ✓2 tablespoons Ketchup
- ✓1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- ✓0.33 cup Soy sauce
- ✓0.25 cup Water
- ✓1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- ✓2 tablespoons Water (for slurry)
- ✓1 teaspoon Sesame seeds, toasted (for garnish)
- ✓2 tablespoons Scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken pieces in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Remove chicken and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet. Add minced ginger, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in orange juice, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and 1/4 cup water. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Using fresh ginger will provide a brighter, more pungent flavor compared to ground ginger.
In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Return the browned chicken pieces to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly with the thickened sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and absorb the flavors.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
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