Easy soy garlic chicken thighs garnished with green onions

Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

ByCasey Monroe

Why Make This Recipe

Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs is a simple and delicious dish that you can whip up any night of the week. If you want a quick meal that’s full of flavor, this recipe is for you! The combination of soy sauce, garlic, and honey creates a luscious glaze that makes the chicken taste amazing. Plus, it pairs perfectly with rice and vegetables, making it a complete meal.

How to Make Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

Ingredients:

  • Chicken:

    • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
    • 3 tbsp potato starch
    • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • 3 tbsp neutral oil for pan frying
    • 8 cloves garlic (minced)
    • 2 stalks green onion (green and white parts separated)
    • 1 tsp red chili flakes

  • Sauce:

    • 1/2 cup chicken stock (or substitute with water and chicken bouillon)
    • 3 tbsp honey
    • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
    • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
    • 1 tsp cornstarch

  • Garnish:

    • Green onion (green part)
    • Sesame seeds

Directions:

  1. Soy Garlic Chicken Sauce: In a bowl, combine the chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.

  2. Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. On a large plate, mix the potato starch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Lightly coat each chicken thigh on both sides with the mixture.

  3. Heat enough neutral oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat to cover the bottom. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken thighs and fry for about 7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a plate.

  4. Sauce: In the same pan, add the minced garlic, the white parts of the green onion, and red chili flakes. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the garlic turns golden brown. Pour in the sauce and cook for a minute or until it thickens.

  5. Add the chicken back to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes, making sure the chicken is well coated in the glossy sauce.

  6. Serve with your favorite veggies and steamed rice.

How to Serve Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

You can serve Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs hot over a bed of fluffy rice for a complete meal. This dish pairs well with steamed broccoli or sautéed green beans for some extra veggies. Don’t forget to sprinkle some sesame seeds and chopped green onion on top for a boost of flavor and crunch.

How to Store Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

To store any leftovers, let the chicken cool down to room temperature. Place it in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving again.

Tips to Make Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

  • Make sure to pat the chicken dry well before coating it. This helps it crisp up nicely.
  • Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to your liking for more or less heat.
  • You can also add vegetables directly into the pan when cooking the chicken for a one-pan meal.

Variation

For a different flavor profile, you can replace the dark soy sauce with regular soy sauce or even teriyaki sauce. You can also try adding some fresh ginger to the sauce for an extra zing.

FAQs

Q: Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?
Yes, you can use boneless skinless chicken breasts, but cooking time may vary slightly as breasts can dry out quicker than thighs.

Q: Is there a gluten-free version of this recipe?
Yes! You can use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, and replace the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the sauce a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Just reheat it when you’re ready to cook the chicken.