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Savory Vietnamese Caramel Ginger Chicken in 15 Minutes Recipe

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A quick and flavorful Vietnamese Caramel Ginger Chicken recipe that combines tender boneless chicken thighs with a rich caramel glaze infused with fresh ginger, fish sauce, and a hint of chili. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal served over rice.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 1 kg Boneless Chicken Thighs

For the Flavor Base

  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, minced
  • 1 piece Bird’s Eye Chilli, minced (optional)
  • 2 pieces Eschalots, sliced (optional)

For the Glaze

  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

For Combining

  • 1 cup Boiling Water

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Toss the boneless chicken thighs with fish sauce and minced bird’s eye chili. Set aside for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors into the chicken.
  2. Create the Caramel Base: In a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, combine vegetable oil and brown sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar completely melts and turns into a rich caramel.
  3. Add Chicken and Aromatics: Carefully add the marinated chicken, fresh ginger, and sliced eschalots to the pan. Toss briefly to coat everything evenly with the caramel.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Return the pan to heat and stir regularly until the chicken pieces turn white and are no longer pink in the center, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Simmer the Dish: Pour in the boiling water and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a rapid simmer, allowing it to braise gently for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens to a sticky glaze.
  6. Serve: Plate the Vietnamese Caramel Ginger Chicken over jasmine rice or any plain rice alternative. Garnish with fresh coriander and extra chili if desired.

Notes

  • Optional: Drizzle with a touch of lime juice for a refreshing zing.
  • This dish is perfect for meal prep, making it ideal for busy weeks.

Keywords: Vietnamese chicken recipe, caramel chicken, ginger chicken, quick chicken dinner, stovetop chicken, fish sauce chicken, caramel glaze

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