Chicken with Spices and Soy Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this bold and flavorful Chicken with Spices and Soy Sauce recipe, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Succulent, bite-sized chicken thighs are marinated in a vibrant blend of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. After a quick sear, the chicken is coated in a luscious, glossy sauce and finished with a hint of sesame oil for an irresistible depth of flavor. Garnished with spring onions and sesame seeds for a touch of freshness and crunch, it’s a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes of cooking, this easy yet impressive recipe is a must-try for fans of quick, Asian-inspired meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 stalks Spring onions (sliced for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, paprika, chili flakes, and black pepper. This will be the marinade and sauce.

Step 3

Pour half of the sauce over the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes (or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until browned, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the remaining sauce into the skillet. Allow it to simmer for 1-2 minutes until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce.

Step 8

Drizzle sesame oil over the chicken and stir to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and garnish with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds.

Step 10

Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(601.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1449.5

Total Fat 89.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.6g
Cholesterol 436mg	0%
Sodium 2343.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 35.9g
Protein 112.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191.6mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1640.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 13.6%