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Caramelized baked chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that features tender chicken pieces coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory caramelized sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for caramelized baked chicken:
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Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (about 1 kg) chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Season the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken pieces, skin side down if using skin-on chicken, until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the seared chicken pieces to the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Caramelized Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger (if using) until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Pour the caramelized sauce over the chicken pieces in the baking dish, making sure they are well coated.
- Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened and caramelized, basting the chicken with the sauce halfway through cooking.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired, before serving.
Serve the caramelized baked chicken hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. The chicken should be juicy and tender, with a deliciously sticky and caramelized coating. Enjoy your flavorful meal!