Soy-Glazed Chicken With Garlic Fried Rice Recipe

About this recipe

Soy-Glazed Chicken with Garlic Fried Rice is a delightful Asian-inspired dinner that combines juicy, savory chicken thighs with the aromatic flavors of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. The chicken is perfectly glazed with a sweet and salty soy-honey sauce, while the rice is stir-fried with fragrant garlic and spring onions for a comforting side dish. This dish is not only packed with 36g of protein but also provides a balanced mix of carbohydrates and healthy fats, making it ideal for a nourishing meal. The cooking process is straightforward, yet the result feels gourmet, making it perfect for weekday dinners or a special treat. Garnish with coriander and spring onions for a vibrant finish, and serve hot to enjoy the comforting flavors of this Asian classic.

Ingredients

• 300 g Nutrich Chicken Thigh Boneless
• - Dark Soy Sauce-90 GM
• 100 g Dabur Honey
• 100 g Garlic - Single Clove
• 1 kg Rice
• 1 ltr Anveshan Cold Pressed Black Sesame Oil
• 200 G Spring Onion(200Gm)
• loose Ginger
• 500 ml Oil (For Frying)
• 20 g Whole Farm Premium Star Anise
• 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
• 25 g Whole Black Pepper
• 100 g The Select Aisle Corn Flour (Starch)
• 1 Bunch Coriander Leaves ( Kottambari Soppu )

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs, trimming any excess fat if needed.
2. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
3. 3. Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4. 4. Reduce the heat, pour the soy-honey mixture over the chicken, and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. 5. Meanwhile, finely chop garlic, ginger, and spring onions. Set aside the green parts of the spring onions for garnish.
6. 6. Heat sesame oil in another pan, and sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the spring onions until fragrant.
7. 7. Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir well to combine with the garlic-ginger mixture.
8. 8. Toss in star anise, sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through.
9. 9. Remove the star anise from the rice and transfer it to serving plates.
10. 10. Arrange the glazed chicken thighs beside the garlic fried rice and drizzle any remaining sauce over the chicken.
11. 11. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and the reserved green parts of the spring onions.
12. 12. Serve hot and enjoy a flavorful Asian-inspired dinner!