Spicy caramel chicken –Are you ready to spice up your dinner game? Buckle up because we’re diving into the world of Spicy Caramel Chicken! This dish is so deliciously daring, it’ll make your taste buds dance the cha-cha. Let’s get cooking!
Spicy Caramel Chicken
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Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to summon the flavors of the fire-breathing dragons in your kitchen:
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1-2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients lined up like a winning basketball team, let’s get down to business. Follow these simple steps:
- Start by bringing out your inner mad scientist. In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. This is your magical spicy caramel sauce.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot enough for a dance-off, add the chicken thighs and sear them until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes on each side). Make sure to channel your inner Gordon Ramsay here—show that chicken who’s boss!
- Once the chicken is perfectly seared, reduce the heat to medium and pour your glorious spicy caramel sauce over the chicken. Let it bubble and sizzle like a hot tub party for a few minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- After about 15 minutes of sizzling magic, take the skillet off heat and let that hypnotizing aroma fill your kitchen. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you’re feeling fancy!
- Plate it up, take a moment to appreciate your culinary masterpiece, and dig in! Pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or a side of uncontrollable happiness.
Congratulations! You’ve just crafted a dish that’ll earn you a spot as the “Master of Spicy Caramel Chicken.” Now, go forth and dazzle your friends and family with your newfound culinary prowess!