Hawaiian Soy-Ginger Chicken Delight
Experience the mouthwatering flavors of the islands with this Hawaiian Soy-Ginger Chicken Delight. This delectable dish is a beloved recipe passed down from my coworker's mom, who hails from Hawaii. Bursting with a perfect balance of sweet and savory, it features tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce made of soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic, garnished with fresh green onions. It's a quick and simple dish that pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice, making it an ideal choice for a family dinner or a tropical-themed gathering. Aloha!
4-6
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
Water
1 cup (none)
Soy sauce
1 cup (low-sodium is recommended)
Green onions
3 (chopped)
Fresh ginger
1 teaspoon (grated)
Sesame oil
1 teaspoon (none)
Garlic cloves
2 (crushed)
Chicken parts
1 lb (bone-in and skin-on for best flavor)
Instructions
1
In a large pot, combine brown sugar, water, soy sauce, chopped green onions, grated ginger, sesame oil, and crushed garlic cloves.
2
Stir the mixture well to dissolve the brown sugar.
3
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
4
Once boiling, add the chicken parts to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
5
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6
Serve the chicken with a generous amount of sauce over cooked white rice, and garnish with additional green onions if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawaiian Soy-Ginger Chicken Delight?
It is a sweet and savory simmered chicken dish featuring island flavors like ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, originating from a traditional Hawaiian recipe.
What are the primary flavors in this dish?
The dish features a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes from brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to yield between 4 and 6 servings.
What type of chicken is recommended?
Bone-in and skin-on chicken parts are recommended to achieve the best flavor and most tender results.
How much chicken do I need?
The recipe calls for 1 pound of chicken parts.
What is the base of the sauce?
The sauce is made from a combination of brown sugar, water, and soy sauce.
How long does the chicken need to cook?
The chicken should simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until it is cooked through and tender.
Is low-sodium soy sauce acceptable?
Yes, low-sodium soy sauce is specifically recommended for this recipe.
How should the ginger be prepared?
You should use 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger that has been grated.
What is the best side dish for this chicken?
It is traditionally served with a generous amount of sauce over fluffy white rice.
How do I prepare the garlic?
The recipe requires 2 garlic cloves that have been crushed.
Do I need to dissolve the sugar before cooking?
Yes, you should stir the sauce mixture well to dissolve the brown sugar before bringing it to a boil.
What temperature should I simmer the chicken at?
After the sauce reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low to simmer the chicken.
Should the pot be covered during simmering?
Yes, you should cover the pot while the chicken simmers for 30 minutes.
How much brown sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
What is the role of sesame oil in this recipe?
Sesame oil adds a nutty aroma and depth of flavor to the tropical sauce.
How many green onions are required?
You will need 3 green onions, which should be chopped for the sauce and garnish.
Can I garnish the dish?
Yes, you can garnish the chicken with additional fresh green onions if desired.
Is this a good recipe for weeknights?
Yes, it is a quick and simple dish, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight family dinner.
Do I need to brown the chicken first?
No, the instructions indicate adding the chicken directly to the boiling sauce to simmer.
What is the origin of this recipe?
This recipe was passed down from a coworker's mother who hails from Hawaii.
How much water is added to the sauce?
The sauce includes 1 cup of water to balance the soy and sugar.
Is this dish spicy?
No, the dish focuses on sweet and savory flavors rather than heat.
Should the chicken be submerged in the sauce?
Yes, ensure the chicken parts are submerged in the sauce to cook evenly and absorb flavor.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to combine brown sugar, water, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic in a large pot.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 main ingredients used in this chicken delight.
Can this be served at a party?
Yes, its tropical flavors make it a great choice for a tropical-themed gathering.
Does this recipe use fresh or dried ginger?
The recipe specifically calls for fresh grated ginger.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The 1 cup of brown sugar should be packed.
What is the final cooking step?
The final step is to serve the chicken and sauce over white rice and garnish as desired.