Seaweed Chicken

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Seaweed Chicken recipe, a perfect fusion of savory, sweet, and umami-packed goodness. Tender boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and fragrant ginger-garlic, then elegantly wrapped in nori seaweed for a unique flavor and texture. Pan-seared to golden perfection and finished with a glossy glaze of the marinade, this dish is garnished with sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a touch of crunch and vibrant color. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive centerpiece for guests, this recipe pairs beautifully with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Easy to prepare yet incredibly satisfying, this Seaweed Chicken is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs
• 2 sheets nori seaweed sheets
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 pieces scallions
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the ginger into thin slices and finely chop the garlic.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Add the ginger and garlic to make the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs in a ziplock bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well-coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, cut nori sheets into strips about 1 inch wide.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drain off. Save the marinade for later.

Step 6

Wrap each chicken thigh with a strip of nori, securing it around the chicken.

Step 7

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Once the oil is hot, add the nori-wrapped chicken thighs. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown.

Step 9

Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken in the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 10

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 11

Slice the scallions thinly and sprinkle them over the chicken along with the sesame seeds before serving.

Step 12

Serve the seaweed chicken with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1592.0

Total Fat 105.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.8g
Cholesterol 520.0mg	0%
Sodium 3345.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 128.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.5mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1625.3mg	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: 57.7%

Protein: 31.1%

Carbs: 11.2%