Soy Garlic Fried Chicken with Rice & Broccoli

Step 1

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small pot. Add rice and a pinch of salt, stir, then cover and reduce heat to low.

Step 2

While rice cooks, pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add chicken and sear 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 4

Push chicken to the side. Add minced garlic to the empty space and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour soy sauce and brown sugar over everything.

Step 5

Toss chicken to coat in the glossy sauce, cooking for 1 minute until it clings to the meat. Transfer to a plate.

Step 6

Steam broccoli in the skillet with 2 tbsp water and a pinch of salt, covered, for 3 minutes until tender-crisp.

Step 7

Divide rice, broccoli, and glazed chicken between bowls. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the chicken and serve hot.