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caramelized ginger soy chicken thighs sliced over jasmine rice, garnished with scallions and toasted sesame, in a shallow bowl on a linen napkin, wide horizontal shot, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Ginger Soy Chicken Marinade

Chicken that has been marinated in a delicious ginger soy sauce and then pan seared to perfection!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Method
 

  1. Whisk soy sauce, ginger, garlic, brown sugar, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a bowl.
  2. Add the chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes (or overnight).
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high and sear the chicken 5-6 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
  4. Let it rest a few minutes, then slice.
  5. Divide into containers with rice and steamed veggies.

Notes

Save a little marinade before adding raw chicken to brush on after cooking.