Soy-Free Sambal Chicken
Take your taste buds on a spicy adventure with this Soy-Free Sambal Chicken, a bold and flavorful twist on the classic dish. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this recipe combines succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs with the vibrant heat of sambal oelek chili paste and the zing of lime juice, all balanced by a touch of brown sugar for a deliciously sticky glaze. Sautéed garlic, grated ginger, and coconut oil create a fragrant and aromatic base, while the golden, crispy chicken skin adds irresistible texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy skillet recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with lime wedges, it pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal packed with Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. Whether you're soy-free or simply craving bold, savory heat, this sambal chicken recipe is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Sambal oelek (chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 wedges Lime wedges
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the chicken thighs, skin side down, into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Pour out some of the rendered fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the skillet.
Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in lime juice, sambal oelek, brown sugar, and water. Mix well to combine the ingredients into a sauce.
Return the chicken to the skillet, skin side up, and spoon the sauce over the chicken. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Uncover the skillet, increase the heat slightly, and let the sauce reduce and thicken for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Sprinkle the chicken with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.0 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.9 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1128 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 3754 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 268.8 g | 538% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3151 mg | 67% | |
*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.
