Garlic-Glazed Asian Chicken Delight
This delectable dish, inspired by the winning recipes of the illustrious Gilroy Garlic Festival, brings together the bold flavors of garlic and honey with a savory soy sauce base. Perfectly browned chicken pieces are enriched with a tangy reduction that accentuates the dish's Asian roots. Whether served over a bed of Udon noodles, fragrant jasmine rice, or your favorite pasta, this dish is designed to impress at any family gathering or dinner party. Adjust the sauce to your preference for a more delectable experience—this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
frying chicken
3 1/2 lbs (cut into serving pieces (or the equivalent in chicken parts of your choice))
peanut oil
3 tablespoons (for frying)
fresh garlic
1 head (peeled and coarsely chopped)
dried hot red chili peppers
2 small (optional)
distilled white vinegar
3/4 cup (for sauce)
soy sauce
1/4 cup (preferably reduced sodium)
honey
3 tablespoons (for sauce)
Instructions
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1. Begin by heating the peanut oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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2. Brown the chicken well on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes, ensuring even cooking.
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3. When the chicken is almost fully cooked and has a lovely golden color, add the chopped garlic and dried red chili peppers (if using) to the skillet. Sauté for another 2 minutes, allowing the garlic to become fragrant but not burnt.
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4. In a bowl, whisk together the distilled white vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
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5. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook for approximately 5-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened and reduced slightly. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning and ensure a glossy finish.
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6. If using a combination of white and dark meat, remove the white meat first to prevent it from drying out as the sauce continues to reduce.
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7. Once the chicken is perfectly glazed with sauce, remove from heat and serve immediately over Udon noodles, rice, or your chosen side. Enjoy the delicious balance of flavors!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the inspiration for Garlic-Glazed Asian Chicken Delight?
This dish is inspired by the winning recipes from the illustrious Gilroy Garlic Festival.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 1/2 lbs of frying chicken cut into serving pieces, or your preferred chicken parts.
What kind of oil is best for this recipe?
Three tablespoons of peanut oil are recommended for frying the chicken in a large, heavy skillet.
How much garlic is required?
You will need one full head of fresh garlic, peeled and coarsely chopped.
Is this recipe spicy?
It can be if you include the two optional small dried hot red chili peppers.
What are the ingredients for the glaze?
The glaze consists of distilled white vinegar, soy sauce, and honey.
How long does it take to brown the chicken?
It takes approximately 5 to 7 minutes to brown the chicken well on all sides.
When should I add the garlic to the skillet?
Add the garlic and optional chili peppers when the chicken is almost fully cooked and has a golden color.
How long should I saute the garlic?
Saute the garlic for about 2 minutes until it is fragrant but not burnt.
What type of vinegar is recommended?
The recipe specifies 3/4 cup of distilled white vinegar for the sauce base.
Can I use regular soy sauce?
Yes, though reduced sodium soy sauce is preferably recommended.
How much honey is used in the sauce?
The sauce uses 3 tablespoons of honey to provide a sweet balance.
What heat setting should I use for the sauce reduction?
Increase the heat to medium-high once the sauce mixture is added to the skillet.
How long does the sauce take to thicken?
The sauce should cook for 5 to 8 minutes until it has thickened and reduced slightly.
How do I prevent the chicken from drying out?
If using a mix of meat, remove the white meat first to prevent drying as the sauce continues to reduce.
What side dishes go well with this chicken?
It is delicious served over Udon noodles, fragrant jasmine rice, or your favorite pasta.
What is the final appearance of the dish?
The chicken should be perfectly glazed with a glossy finish from the reduced sauce.
Is this an easy recipe to prepare?
Yes, it is considered an easy recipe suitable for family gatherings or dinner parties.
Should I season the chicken before browning?
Yes, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste when you begin heating them in the oil.
How do I ensure the garlic doesn't burn?
Only saute the garlic for 2 minutes and keep a close eye on the pan as you add the liquid ingredients.
Can I adjust the sauce flavor?
Yes, you can adjust the sauce to your personal preference for a more delectable experience.
What equipment is needed?
A large, heavy skillet is needed for frying and a bowl for whisking the sauce ingredients.
What is the texture of the garlic?
The garlic is coarsely chopped, providing bold texture and flavor to the dish.
Does the recipe use fresh or dried chilies?
The recipe calls for optional dried hot red chili peppers.
Is the soy sauce amount fixed?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of soy sauce for the savory base.
How many servings does this provide?
While the exact number of servings isn't specified, it uses 3 1/2 lbs of chicken, making it ideal for a family.
What flavor profile does the vinegar add?
The distilled white vinegar creates a tangy reduction that accentuates the Asian roots of the dish.
How do I prepare the chicken parts?
The chicken should be cut into serving pieces before you begin the cooking process.
What is the goal of the final cooking step?
The goal is to ensure the chicken is cooked through and perfectly glazed with the sauce.
When should I serve this dish?
It should be served immediately once the chicken is glazed to enjoy the best balance of flavors.