Description

Caramel chicken is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken with a rich, sweet-savory caramel sauce. This dish transforms any ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its glossy appearance and mouthwatering aroma, caramel chicken not only delights the palate but also makes for an impressive presentation over rice or noodles.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, sliced thinly for garnish

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil.
Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and sear in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Pour reserved marinade over the chicken and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes until sauce thickens.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg