Best 6 Chinese Soy Sauce Chicken Recipes

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Chinese soy sauce chicken is a classic dish that is loved by people all over the world. The chicken is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, Chinese rice wine (or Shao Xing rice wine), ginger, garlic, and spices, and then steamed or braised until tender and flavorful. The result is a succulent and savory chicken that is perfect for serving with rice or noodles. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for Chinese soy sauce chicken, providing tips and tricks for achieving the perfect dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SOY SAUCE CICKEN



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Soy sauce chicken (See Yao Gai/Si Yau Kai / 豉油鸡) is a famous Cantonese cuisine that is easy to prepare. The flavor is exceptional, achieving by using top quality premium soy sauce and poach at a sub boiling temperature.

Provided by KP Kwan

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1.5 kg whole chicken
250ml (1 cup) light soy sauce
60ml (4 tbsp) dark soy sauce
60ml (1/4 cup) Shaoxing wine
2 tablespoons sesame oil
90g (3 oz) sugar
2 bay leaves
3 star anise
2 cinnamon sticks (about 5-10 cm)
5 cloves
Water sufficient to cover the chicken
10 slices ginger
8 cloves garlic, smashed
2 stalks scallions, cut into 5cm sections

Steps:

  • Clean the chicken whole leg and drain.
  • Measure all the ingredients in the Braising liquid section and put it into a pot.
  • Saute the ingredients in the Aromatic section until it turns fragrant. Add to the braising liquid.
  • Bring the braising liquid to a boil. Put the chicken into the pot and add sufficient water until it covers the chicken.
  • Adjust the heat until the liquid is barely boiling. Let the chicken poach in the liquid for twenty minutes.
  • After twenty minutes, switch off the stove and cover the pot with a lid. Let the braising liquid cool down slowly while keeping the chicken poaching in it.
  • After fifteen minutes of poaching, remove the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1562 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 468 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 83 grams fat, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 148 grams protein, SaturatedFat 22 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 953 milligrams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 52 grams unsaturated fat

CHINESE SOY SAUCE CHICKEN



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This recipe is an adaptation from a basic soy sauce chicken recipe from the internet and consultation with my grandma. I can eat this everyday! You can use skinless, boneless chicken parts, but the taste won't be the same.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole chicken, cut into parts
1/3-1/2 cup soy sauce (use low sodium if you like)
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1/4 cup rice wine or 1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, crushed
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 -2 piece star anise
2 cloves garlic
chopped birds eye chile (optional)
1 stalk scallion, chopped
sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients, except chicken, scallions, sesame seeds in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add chicken, then let simmer 30-40 minutes, turning chicken pieces occasionally.
  • Remove chicken pieces from sauce and set aside in a serving platter.
  • Skim fat from the sauce, thicken it with cornstarch mixture (1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 1 TB water) and pour the sauce over chicken.
  • Sprinkle scallions and sesame seeds and serve with rice.

SIMPLE SOY SAUCE CHICKEN



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My boys always begged for this chicken. It literally falls off the bones and the sauce gives a rich flavor to the rice. Made with pantry staples, it's easy to throw together, too! Use low-sodium soy sauce if you're sensitive to salt. My family prefers chicken thighs but any pieces will work. Skin the chicken pieces if preferred. A zesty Italian dressing works best.

Provided by springermom

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 pieces of cut-up chicken
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
¼ cup water
¼ cup soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Combine chicken pieces, Italian salad dressing, mushrooms, water, soy sauce, dried minced onion, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a heavy skillet or Dutch oven over low heat. Cover and simmer until chicken is very tender, about 45 minutes. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 58.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1059.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SOY SAUCE CHICKEN



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I use chicken thighs because that is what my family likes but you can use whatever chicken pieces you want. I always cook large amounts for leftovers or for OAMC but you can cut the recipe in half for a smaller serving amount. Enjoy!

Provided by Mainely Debbie

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 6h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 lbs chicken thighs
1/4 cup black soy sauce
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash Accent seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients together except chicken thighs making sure sugar is dissolved.
  • Pour marinade over chicken and let marinade for at least 5 hours or overnight is better.
  • Bake in a 325 degree oven for about 20 minutes and then baste with drippings and then do this 2 more times until done, about 1 hour depending on your oven.
  • Let rest about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1327.2, Fat 92.5, SaturatedFat 26.6, Cholesterol 509.4, Sodium 1815, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 107.3

SOY SAUCE CHICKEN



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A delicious, fast, and easy recipe for any week night dinner. The chicken comes out flavorful with a sweet and tangy glaze. Serve with rice and steamed snow peas for a complete meal.

Provided by Too Hot Tamale

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white sugar
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup water
¼ cup minced garlic
¼ cup minced fresh ginger
5 pounds bone-in chicken thighs with skin
¼ cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, soy sauce, water, garlic, and ginger in a large stock pot; stir until sugar is dissolved. Place chicken in stock pot and bring to a boil. Using tongs, turn chicken in pot every 5 minutes.
  • Boil chicken until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sauce mixture will turn into a rich, brown glaze. Remove pot from heat and let cool 10 minutes.
  • Place chicken on a platter and sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 159.6 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 46.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1941.2 mg, Sugar 25.7 g

SOY SAUCE CHICKEN



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Make a homemade version of soy sauce chicken (see yao gai), a classic Chinese dish. This recipe has a less labour-intensive method that you can do at home

Provided by Thy Lundkvist

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1kg skin-on and bone-in chicken thighs (6-7 thighs)
1 tbsp rapeseed oil
4 spring onions, 3 cut in half, 1 finely sliced on an angle, to serve
thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
3 star anise
2 bay leaves
240ml light soy sauce
2 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine, or Chinese rose wine (or use sherry)
3 tbsp dark brown sugar
1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 1 tbsp water
cooked jasmine rice and steamed greens (we used broccoli and pak choi), to serve

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and set aside. Heat the oil in a wok or large frying pan over a medium heat, add the halved spring onions, ginger, star anise and bay leaves. Stir-fry for 5 mins until fragrant and the spring onions turn slightly golden.
  • Pour in the light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing rice wine, 2 tbsp of the sugar and 480ml water. Turn the heat up to high and bring the liquid to the boil.
  • Slide in the chicken thighs, skin-side down, arranging them in a single layer. Add water if needed to just about cover the chicken.
  • Turn the heat down low, cover the wok or pan and simmer for 35 mins. Turn the thighs over and cook covered for another 10 mins.
  • Remove the chicken to a plate. When the thighs are cool enough to handle, remove the bones and slice into pieces about 1cm thick. Arrange on a serving dish.
  • While the chicken is cooling, strain 150ml of the braising liquid into a small pan and discard the solids. Put the pan over a medium heat and just before it starts to boil, add the cornflour mixture and remaining brown sugar. Once the sauce reaches your desired thickness, remove from the heat. (It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.) Pour it over the sliced chicken or serve in a bowl on the side for dipping. Garnish with the sliced spring onion. Serve with jasmine rice and steamed greens, or vegetables of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 0.1 grams fiber, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 2.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken that is around 3-4 pounds. This size will ensure that the chicken is cooked evenly and the meat will be tender and juicy.
  • Prepare the chicken properly: Rinse the chicken inside and out and pat it dry with paper towels. This will help the marinade adhere to the chicken and prevent the chicken from becoming soggy.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the chicken its flavor, so don't skimp on the ingredients. Use a combination of soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, garlic, and green onions.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 12 hours: The longer you marinate the chicken, the more flavorful it will be. If you don't have time to marinate the chicken for 12 hours, you can marinate it for as little as 30 minutes, but the flavor will not be as intense.
  • Cook the chicken over low heat: This will help the chicken cook evenly and prevent the meat from becoming dry. You can cook the chicken in a pot on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
  • Baste the chicken while it is cooking: This will help the chicken stay moist and prevent it from becoming dry. You can use the marinade or a mixture of soy sauce and water to baste the chicken.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and juicy.

Conclusion:

Chinese soy sauce chicken is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. It is a popular dish in many Chinese restaurants, but it is also easy to make at home. With a little planning, you can make a delicious Chinese soy sauce chicken that your family and friends will love.

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