Savory Garlic Braised Chicken Thigh Fillets
Super Simple Garlic Braised Chicken Thigh Fillets: The Ultimate Side Dish for Muscle Health and Taste
Introducing a deliciously savory and tender braised chicken thigh fillet dish! This high-protein chicken is a must-have for anyone focused on diet or muscle building. Enjoy a fantastic chicken side dish without any of the usual poultry odor. Elevate your meal with this recipe that everyone from kids to adults will love!
Main Ingredients- 360g Chicken thigh fillets
- 40g Whole garlic cloves (approx. 12 cloves)
- Cooking oil, as needed
- Sesame seeds, a pinch
Seasoning- 1 Tbsp raw sugar or white sugar
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp raw sugar or white sugar
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Slice the chicken thigh fillets into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm in length. If you have frozen chicken, thaw it slowly in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. Wash the whole garlic cloves, pat them completely dry, and if any cloves are very large, cut them in half to help them absorb the flavors better.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the prepared whole garlic cloves and begin to stir-fry them gently.
Step 3
When stir-frying the garlic, be mindful of the heat to prevent burning. Cook until the garlic turns a light golden brown and releases a fragrant aroma. This process of infusing oil with garlic not only removes any potential gamey smell from the chicken but also deepens the overall flavor.
Step 4
Once the garlic is nicely browned, add the chicken thigh fillets to the pan. Stir well with chopsticks or a spatula to ensure the chicken pieces don’t stick together and cook evenly.
Step 5
When the chicken is almost cooked through, add the seasoning ingredients: 1 Tbsp raw sugar (or white sugar), 3 Tbsp soy sauce, and 3 Tbsp water. Stir to combine the sauce with the chicken and let it simmer over medium heat.
Step 6
As the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked, add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Stir everything together gently to coat the chicken evenly with the garlic. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes on low heat until the sauce clings nicely to the chicken, enhancing its flavor.
Step 7
Transfer the finished garlic braised chicken thigh fillets to a serving plate. Sprinkle with sesame seeds for an extra nutty aroma and visual appeal. Enjoy this delicious chicken dish with a side of warm rice!
