Braised Chicken in Soya Sauce
Infused with aromatic spices and rich umami flavors, braised chicken in soy sauce is a comforting dish that combines tender, juicy chicken thighs with a luscious, caramelized soy-based sauce. This recipe features the perfect balance of light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and a hint of sweetness from sugar, all enhanced by the warming notes of garlic, ginger, star anise, and bay leaves. Slowly simmered to perfection, the chicken absorbs the deep flavors of the sauce, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The dish is finished with fresh scallions for a burst of freshness, and the thickened sauce makes it an ideal pairing for steamed rice or noodles. Ready in under an hour, this easy yet flavorful recipe is perfect for family dinners or an indulgent weeknight treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup Light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 inch Ginger
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 2 Bay leaves
- 3 stalks Scallions
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground white pepper
Instructions
Clean and pat dry the chicken thighs using paper towels. Trim any excess fat if necessary.
Peel the garlic cloves and gently crush them with the side of a knife. Slice the ginger into thin pieces.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat.
Add the crushed garlic and sliced ginger to the pan, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Carefully place the chicken thighs, skin-side down, into the pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pan, add the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, star anise, bay leaves, and water. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Return the seared chicken thighs to the pan, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid as much as possible.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the chicken simmer for 25 minutes. Occasionally spoon the sauce over the chicken to ensure it is evenly braised.
After 25 minutes, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium. Let the sauce reduce and thicken for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt and ground white pepper as needed.
Chop the scallions into 2-inch pieces and add them to the pan in the final 2 minutes of cooking.
Turn off the heat and serve the braised chicken in soy sauce hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired. Pair with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.3 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 846 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 8913 mg | 388% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 244.1 g | 488% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2821 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
