Description
Hawaiian Shoyu Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the essence of Hawaii right to your dining table. This recipe features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a savory soy sauce marinade, creating a mouthwatering combination of sweet and salty flavors. Perfect for family meals or busy weeknights, this dish can be served over fluffy rice or paired with fresh sides for a complete meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can impress your guests and satisfy your cravings with this delightful Asian-inspired chicken recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 cup water
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, water, onion, oregano, and black pepper.
- Pour the marinade over chicken thighs in a skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through.
- Remove chicken; mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry and add it to the remaining sauce. Whisk until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet to coat thoroughly in the sauce.
- Serve hot over prepared rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce and rice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg