SOY GARLIC CHICKEN
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1.09 lbs / 497 g boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tbsp / 45 ml soy sauce
2 tbsp / 30 ml dark soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp / 3 g garlic powder
1 tbsp / 12 g brown sugar
2 tbsp / 30 g lemongrass paste
1 tbsp / 8 g cornstarch
For Cooking
1 tbsp / 15 ml vegetable oil
½ medium onion, sliced
2 stalks green onions, whites and greens separated
For Garnish
Sesame seeds
Green onions, chopped
Method
1. Marinate: Cut the chicken into 1-inch cubes. Combine with the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, minced garlic, garlic powder, brown sugar, lemongrass paste, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for at least 5 minutes.
2. Sauté the Onion: Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened and translucent.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the pan followed by the green onion whites. Stir fry for 4–5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and caramelized.
4. Finish: Add the green onion greens and sauté on high heat for 2 minutes.
5. Serve: Serve over white rice and garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions.
Additional Notes
Overall: Super simple, super easy, super fast, and super delicious. It's the perfect 20-minute meal.