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Japanese Chicken

A delicious and simple recipe for Japanese chicken featuring juicy chicken thighs and a sweet-savory sauce that transports you to Japan with every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken thighs (boneless and skinless) Use thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin (sweet rice wine) Can substitute with rice vinegar and sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking.
  • Green onions for garnish (optional) For added flavor and presentation.

Method

Preparation

  • Start by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger together.

Cooking

  • Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions on top if desired.

Serving

  • Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5g

Notes

To store Japanese chicken, let it cool completely, then place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze it for up to a month. Thaw properly before reheating.
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