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Your New Weeknight Hero: Unbelievably Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs

Easy Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs (30-Minute Dinner!)
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These Soy Garlic Chicken Thighs are tender, flavorful, and perfectly coated in a sweet and savory sauce. Lightly breaded and pan-fried, they cook entirely in one pan and come together in just 30 minutes. Perfect with steamed rice and veggies!

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs

  • 3 tbsp potato starch

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 3 tbsp neutral oil for pan-frying

  • 8 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 stalks green onion (white and green parts separated)

  • 1 tsp red chili flakes

Sauce:

  • ½ cup chicken stock (or water + chicken bouillon)

  • 3 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce

  • 1 tsp cornstarch

Garnish:

  • Green onion (green part)

  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Prepare the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together chicken stock, honey, rice vinegar, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch. Set aside.

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

  • Cook the Chicken:
    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken thighs until golden brown, about 7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • Cook the Aromatics:
    In the same pan, sauté minced garlic, white parts of green onion, and red chili flakes for about 3 minutes until garlic is golden.

  • Add Sauce:
    Pour in the prepared sauce and cook for 1 minute or until thickened.

  • Combine & Finish:
    Return chicken to the pan. Cook 5 more minutes until chicken is fully coated in the glossy sauce.

  • Serve:
    Garnish with green onion tops and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

Notes

  • Prep Ahead: Have all ingredients ready before cooking—it comes together quickly.

  • Light Breading: Only lightly coat chicken; this creates a thin, crispy crust without being heavy.

  • Double the Sauce: Make extra sauce to store in the fridge—it’s great for quick meals later.

  • Alternative Cooking: Air fry or bake chicken until crispy if you prefer less oil.

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