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Shoyu Chicken Treasure featuring glazed chicken thighs in a rich soy sauce, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds on a plate with steamed rice.

Shoyu Chicken Treasure

Elena
Discover how to make Shoyu Chicken Treasure, a sweet and savory meal that's quick, easy, and sure to become your family's new favorite dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired, Hawaiian
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on or boneless, skinless) – 6 to 8 pieces

Soy sauce (Shoyu) – 1 cup

Brown sugar – ½ cup (can substitute with honey)

Fresh garlic cloves – 3 cloves, minced

Fresh ginger – 1 tablespoon, finely grated

Water or chicken broth – 1 cup

Green onions – 2 stalks, thinly sliced (for garnish, optional)

Sesame seeds – 1 tablespoon (for garnish, optional)

Instructions
 

Mix the Sauce: Combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and broth in a bowl.

    Brown the Chicken: Sear chicken thighs in a hot pan until golden on both sides.

      Add Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken and bring to a gentle boil.

        Simmer: Cover and cook on low heat for 25–30 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally.

          Thicken Sauce (Optional): Remove chicken, simmer sauce uncovered until thickened.

            Garnish and Serve: Coat chicken with sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve hot with rice.

              Notes

              Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
              • Calories: 380 kcal
              • Total Fat: 18g
              • Saturated Fat: 5g
              • Cholesterol: 110mg
              • Sodium: 1200mg
              • Total Carbohydrates: 20g
              • Fiber: 1g
              • Sugar: 14g
              • Protein: 32g