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Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken

Savory Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken: A One-Pot Wonder Dinner

Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is a delicious one-pot dinner featuring tender chicken thighs in a sweet soy sauce glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 Tbsp neutral oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs boneless thighs can be used for convenience
  • 1 tsp kosher salt reduce amount slightly if using table salt
For the Sauce
  • 2 inches ginger, peeled and thinly sliced fresh ginger preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced avoid substitutes for best flavor
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed coconut sugar is a good alternative
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce preferably Aloha brand
  • 1/2 cup water plus 1 Tbsp, divided
  • 2 tsp cornstarch can use arrowroot or tapioca starch
For Garnish
  • scallion, thinly sliced optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating a tablespoon of neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until it shimmers.
  2. Season bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs generously with kosher salt and arrange them skin-side down in the cold skillet.
  3. Gradually heat the skillet to medium-high and allow the chicken to cook for 8-10 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
  4. Flip the chicken and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the thinly sliced ginger and garlic, stirring until aromatic, about 1 minute.
  6. Stir in the light brown sugar, reduced-sodium soy sauce, and water, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low, letting the chicken braise for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Mix cornstarch with a tablespoon of water until smooth, pour it into the sauce, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  9. Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with scallions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 27gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze in a container for up to 3 months, thawing before reheating.

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