Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of Soy Sauce Chicken and Rice, a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and umami notes. This classic Chinese dish features succulent chicken pieces infused with the rich flavors of soy sauce, ginger, scallions, and a hint of sweetness. Perfectly steamed rice complements the delectable chicken, creating a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Dive into this culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this iconic dish and guide you through two enticing variations: a traditional Cantonese-style Soy Sauce Chicken and a modern fusion recipe with a touch of citrusy zest. Get ready to tantalize your senses and elevate your culinary skills with this irresistible dish.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SOY SAUCE CHICKEN
A delicious, fast, and easy recipe for any week night dinner. The chicken comes out flavorful with a sweet and tangy glaze. Serve with rice and steamed snow peas for a complete meal.
Provided by Too Hot Tamale
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine sugar, soy sauce, water, garlic, and ginger in a large stock pot; stir until sugar is dissolved. Place chicken in stock pot and bring to a boil. Using tongs, turn chicken in pot every 5 minutes.
- Boil chicken until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sauce mixture will turn into a rich, brown glaze. Remove pot from heat and let cool 10 minutes.
- Place chicken on a platter and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 159.6 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 46.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1941.2 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
SHREDDED SWEET SOY CHICKEN BREAST
A simple, fast, very tasty way to prepare chicken. Chicken breast is perfect for shredding. Because it's so lean, it is especially great combined with a jammy intense flavoured sauce that is sweet and sour. Add a kick of chili if you want! Great served on rice, or use the sauce as the flavouring for a fried rice!
Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Slow Cooker: Place all the Shredded Chicken ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 5 hours (or 2 1/2 hours on high).
- Pressure Cooker: Place all the Shredded Chicken ingredients in the pressure cooker. Cook for 35 minutes on high.
- Stove: Place all the Shredded Chicken ingredients in a saucepan large enough for the chicken to fit snugly in one layer. Add 1/2 cup extra water so the chicken is mostly, but not completely submerged. Cover and simmer for about 50 to 60 minutes, turning once or twice.
- The chicken is ready when it can be easily shredded with two forks. Remove the chicken from the liquid and shred it while it is warm. Set aside and cover to keep warm.
- Transfer the liquid from the slow cooker / pressure cooker to a saucepan and bring to simmer. (Note 3) Reduce to around1 1/4 cups - it should only take a few minutes.
- Mix together the Sauce Thickening ingredients and add to the saucepan. Simmer until it it thickens to a syrup consistency.
- Toss the chicken in the sauce and serve over rice. (Note 4)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 312 g, Calories 446 kcal
SIMPLE SOY SAUCE CHICKEN
My boys always begged for this chicken. It literally falls off the bones and the sauce gives a rich flavor to the rice. Made with pantry staples, it's easy to throw together, too! Use low-sodium soy sauce if you're sensitive to salt. My family prefers chicken thighs but any pieces will work. Skin the chicken pieces if preferred. A zesty Italian dressing works best.
Provided by springermom
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine chicken pieces, Italian salad dressing, mushrooms, water, soy sauce, dried minced onion, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a heavy skillet or Dutch oven over low heat. Cover and simmer until chicken is very tender, about 45 minutes. Serve over hot cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 58.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1059.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
SOY SAUCE CHICKEN
Make a homemade version of soy sauce chicken (see yao gai), a classic Chinese dish. This recipe has a less labour-intensive method that you can do at home
Provided by Thy Lundkvist
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season the chicken with salt and set aside. Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium heat, add the halved spring onions, ginger, star anise and bay leaves. Stir-fry for 5 mins until fragrant and the spring onions turn slightly golden.
- Pour in the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing rice wine, 2 tbsp of the sugar and 480ml water. Turn the heat up to high and bring the liquid to the boil.
- Slide in the chicken thighs, skin-side down, arranging them in a single layer. Add water if needed to just about cover the chicken.
- Turn the heat down low, cover the wok or pan and simmer for 35 mins. Turn the thighs over and cook covered for another 10 mins.
- Remove the chicken to a plate. When the thighs are cool enough to handle, remove the bones and slice into pieces about 1cm thick. Arrange on a serving dish.
- While the chicken is cooling, strain 150ml of the braising liquid into a small pan and discard the solids. Put the pan over a medium heat and just before it starts to boil, add the cornflour mixture and remaining brown sugar. Once the sauce reaches your desired thickness, remove from the heat. (It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.) Pour it over the sliced chicken or serve in a bowl on the side for dipping. Garnish with the sliced spring onion. Serve with jasmine rice and steamed greens, or vegetables of your choice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 2.8 milligram of sodium
SOY STEAMED CHICKEN WITH RICE
A veg-packed meal for all the family you'll make again and again
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the chicken into chunks and mix with the soy, then set aside. Heat the oil in a pan with a well-fitting lid, then add the ginger and onions and fry briefly. Stir in the rice. Add the veg, pour in the stock, then bring to the boil. Reduce the heat, cover and cook for 5 mins, then put the chicken on top of the rice and pour over the soy.
- Re-cover the pan and cook for a further 12-14 mins until everything is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 80 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 1.33 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use a whole chicken: This will give you more flavor and juiciness.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
- Use a variety of soy sauces: This will add depth and complexity to the flavor of the chicken.
- Cook the chicken over low heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- Serve the chicken with steamed rice: This is a classic pairing that will complement the flavors of the chicken.
Conclusion:
Soy sauce chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give soy sauce chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!
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