Glossy Soy Garlic Fried Chicken
Crispy double-fried chicken thighs coated in a sticky, caramelized soy-garlic glaze that's glossy and craveable in under 30 minutes. No marinating, no fuss—just fried chicken that tastes like you spent all day on it.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 42g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off excess.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until a pinch of flour sizzles immediately.
Step 3
Fry chicken 6–7 minutes per side without moving until deep golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Drain all but 2 tbsp oil from the skillet. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour soy sauce and sugar into the skillet. Stir constantly for 1 minute until glossy and caramelized.
Step 6
Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat completely. Serve hot with the glaze dripping.
Tools you’ll need
- large deep skillet or wok
- paper towels
- tongs or slotted spoon
- shallow bowl for dredging
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