Caramel Chicken

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Caramel Chicken
105 min.
2
1273kcal

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Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Caramel Chicken, a delightful dish that promises to elevate your dining experience while accommodating gluten and dairy-free dietary needs. This recipe not only stands out for its rich, savory sweetness but also showcases the tender juiciness of succulent chicken legs and thighs, simmered to perfection in an aromatic sauce. With a preparation time of just 105 minutes, it’s perfect for a weekend family gathering or a cozy dinner date at home.

The allure of this dish lies in its captivating blend of garlic, light brown sugar, and reduced-sodium soy sauce, creating a beautifully balanced flavor profile that is both unforgettable and satisfying. As the caramel sauce coats each piece of chicken, the golden-brown skin crisps up perfectly, adding to the overall texture and experience of each bite.

Served alongside fluffy cooked white rice and garnished with fresh scallions, Caramel Chicken transforms a simple meal into an extraordinary culinary journey. Its inviting aroma will fill your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the table and savor the deliciousness that awaits. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, this main course is bound to impress and keep your taste buds dancing. Don’t miss out on the chance to bring this flavorful staple to your dining table!

Ingredients

  • cup chicken broth 
  • servings rice white as needed cooked for serving ( )
  • clove garlic peeled ()
  • servings kosher salt as needed
  • 0.7 cup brown sugar light packed ()
  • 0.5 cup soya sauce reduced-sodium
  • 2.5 pound skin-on bone-in
  • 0.5 cup unseasoned rice vinegar 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • pot
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large wide heavy pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and, working in 2 batches, cook until golden brown and crisp, 6–8 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
  2. Add garlic to pot and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 2 minutes; transfer to plate with chicken.
  3. Pour off fat from pot.Return pot to medium-high heat and add ½ cup water, scraping up browned bits.
  4. Add brown sugar; stir to dissolve, then cook, stirring, until mixture thickens and turns a deep amber color, about 4 minutes. Carefully add vinegar (it may bubble up; sugar will crystallize); stir to dissolve sugar.
  5. Add ginger, broth, and soy sauce; cook until slightly reduced, about 4 minutes.
  6. Add chicken, skin side up, and garlic. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer gently until chicken is cooked through, 20–25 minutes.
  7. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely cover foil to keep warm.Bring cooking liquid to a boil and cook until thick enough to coat a spoon, about 10 to 12 minutes. Return chicken to pot; turn to coat. Top with scallions and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1273kcal
Protein20.03%
Fat47.19%
Carbs32.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
94.5
Glycemic Load
25.04
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
32.463478461556%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.19mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1273kcal
63.65%
Fat:66.11g
101.71%
Saturated Fat:16.31g
101.93%
Carbohydrates:103.34g
34.45%
Net Carbohydrates:102.32g
37.21%
Sugar:72.65g
80.72%
Cholesterol:305.26mg
101.75%
Sodium:3656.75mg
158.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:63.15g
126.31%
Selenium:68.26µg
97.51%
Vitamin B3:17.02mg
85.09%
Vitamin B6:1.38mg
69.1%
Phosphorus:673.97mg
67.4%
Manganese:1.09mg
54.31%
Vitamin B2:0.77mg
45.34%
Zinc:5.97mg
39.83%
Vitamin B5:3.91mg
39.14%
Magnesium:127.47mg
31.87%
Potassium:1097.38mg
31.35%
Vitamin K:32.65µg
31.09%
Vitamin B12:1.86µg
30.95%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.37%
Iron:4.16mg
23.12%
Copper:0.37mg
18.49%
Calcium:152.04mg
15.2%
Vitamin E:2.22mg
14.8%
Folate:44.44µg
11.11%
Vitamin A:303.11IU
6.06%
Vitamin C:4.39mg
5.32%
Fiber:1.01g
4.06%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.15%
Source:SippitySup