20-Min Soy Garlic Crispy Chicken
Chicken thighs pan-fried until golden, then tossed in a glossy soy-garlic glaze that clings to every crispy edge. Ready in 20 minutes, tastes like Korean restaurant takeout.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 60 seconds.
Step 3
Lay chicken skin-side down in the skillet. Do not move it. Sear 8–10 minutes until skin turns deep golden brown.
Step 4
Flip chicken and cook until golden on the other side, 4–5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add minced garlic. Stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil.
Step 6
Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the glaze, about 1 minute. Plate and top with sliced scallions.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- paper towels
- plate
- tongs or spatula
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