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Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs – A Flavorful Pan Fry Recipe for Beginners

Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs – Flavored Pan-Fried Delight

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  • Author: Sandra
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: dinner
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: East Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-free option available

Description

Crispy golden chicken thighs coated in a fall-off-the-bone soy garlic sauce, cooked in one pan for quick weeknight magic. Pan-fried to perfection with a glossy sweet-savory glaze, this Asian-inspired recipe impresses with zero effort.


Ingredients

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6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup potato starch
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

In a shallow bowl, whisk potato starch, flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken thighs in the mixture until fully coated.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
In the same skillet, add garlic and chili flakes. Sauté 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water. Pour into the skillet and stir to deglaze, scraping up browned bits.
Return chicken thighs to the skillet, coat in sauce, and simmer 2-3 minutes until thickened and bubbly. Serve warm.


Notes

Use boneless thighs for even cooking
Adjust chili flakes for spice level
Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried bok choy
Leftovers keep in fridge for 3 days
Double the sauce for meal prepping


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with 2 tablespoons sauce
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg