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If you’re on the lookout for a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors with a touch of Asian flair, look no further than this Tamari Chicken recipe. Burst with flavor and a little zing from the garlic and ginger, this dish is a tasty addition to your dinner menu.
The real star of this recipe is the San-J Tamari Lite (50% less sodium). This savory sauce offers all the rich umami taste you love from traditional Tamari, but with 50% less sodium. With just a few simple ingredients you can put a fun and tasty twist on a classic chicken recipe.
Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends, this recipe promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave everyone coming back for seconds.
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Tamari Chicken
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup San-J Tamari Lite, (50% less sodium)
- ⅔ cup sugar
- ⅔ cup water
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- 3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, (8–10)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Cooked rice, , for serving
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
- Combine tamari, sugar, water, garlic, and ginger in a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken thighs, bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered, turning every 5 minutes until the chicken is almost cooked through, an internal temperature of 155°F.
- Combine cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water, stir into the sauce, raise the heat back up and continue to cook until the sauce is thick and glossy, and the chicken is 165°F.
- Put rice on a platter, top with chicken and sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
