Description
Tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory caramelized brown sugar garlic sauce that creates the perfect balance of flavors in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper.
- 2. In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar until sugar dissolves.
- 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4. Add chicken thighs to the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 5. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and saute for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6. Pour the brown sugar mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- 7. Mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, then stir into the simmering sauce.
- 8. Return chicken to the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and coat with sauce.
- 9. Cook for 10-15 minutes, basting frequently, until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and sauce is thick and glossy.
- 10. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to restore sauce consistency. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Serve over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g