Satisfying Soy Sauce Chicken Recipe!

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Thighs are lower in fat and drumsticks are more affordable.

dark soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: regular soy sauce

Lower sodium option for health-conscious eaters.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: white vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vinegars provide acidity and flavor without the cost.

star anise

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Fennel seeds mimic the flavor profile at a lower cost.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot.

Brown the chicken thighs in the pot.

Prep the aromatics by slicing ginger and chopping spring onions.

Continue to brown the chicken thighs until golden.

Add the ginger, spring onions, and star anise to the pot.

Pour in the Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, and dark soy sauce.

Add sugar and chicken stock to the pot and stir.

Cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.

Serve the chicken with the sauce drizzled on top.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens