Description
Quick Chicken Thighs with Jasmine Rice is a delightful meal that combines juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken thighs with fluffy jasmine rice. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors that will transport you to a cozy bistro. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Enjoy this comforting and satisfying dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear; set aside.
- In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice and 2 cups of water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add garlic and ginger during the last minute of cooking for enhanced flavor.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and honey; pour over chicken in the skillet to glaze during the final minutes of cooking.
- Fluff jasmine rice with a fork and serve alongside glazed chicken thighs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg