Chicken in Caramel Sauce
Indulge in the rich, savory-sweet flavors of Chicken in Caramel Sauce, a delightful fusion of tender chicken thighs enveloped in a glossy, golden-brown sauce. This quick and satisfying dish combines the deep, umami-rich notes of fish sauce with the sweetness of caramelized brown sugar, creating an irresistible balance of flavors. Sautéed garlic and shallots enhance the aromatic base, while a final garnish of fresh green onions adds a bright, zesty touch. Perfectly paired with fluffy white rice to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an impressive meal with minimal effort. Transform everyday ingredients into a show-stopping dish with this crowd-pleasing caramel chicken recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Fish sauce
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 pieces Shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped
- 4 cups Cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place the chicken thighs in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced shallots. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add the brown sugar to the skillet, stirring constantly, and cook until it begins to melt and caramelize, about 2-3 minutes.
Carefully stir in the fish sauce and water. The mixture may bubble up, so stir gently to ensure everything is combined.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the caramel sauce over them to coat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Flip the chicken occasionally to ensure it is evenly coated in the sauce.
Season with ground black pepper and sprinkle with chopped green onions just before serving.
Serve the chicken over a bed of cooked white rice, drizzling excess caramel sauce from the skillet over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.7 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1372 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.0 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 47.0 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 626 mg | 13% | |
*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.
