Soy sauce chicken breast is a dish that combines the salty aroma of oriental soy sauce with the tenderness of chicken breast. This dish is simply marinated and fried so that the chicken breast retains its juicy texture and has the unique flavor of soy sauce. Soy sauce chicken breasts are quick to make and rich in flavor, making them perfect as a main course for a light meal or a light dinner every day.
Ingredients and dosage
🔸 Chicken breast: 2 pieces (about 400 grams)
🔸 Soy sauce: 3 tablespoons
🔸 Honey: 1 tablespoon
🔸 Ginger: 1 small piece, shredded
🔸 Garlic cloves: 2 cloves, minced
🔸 Olive or vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
🔸 Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon (optional)
🔸 Black pepper: to taste
🔸 Chives: a pinch and chopped (for garnish)
Cooking tools
🔸Saucepan.
🔸Brush.
🔸 Small bowls
Steps:
1. Marinate the chicken breast
Gently pat the chicken breast with a knife so that it is evenly thickened. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic and ginger, add the black pepper and stir to combine. Place the chicken breasts in a bowl, coat the marinade and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or 1 hour if you have time, to add flavor to the flavor.
2. Fry the chicken breasts
Heat the olive oil or vegetable oil in a pan and when the oil is hot, place the chicken breasts in the pan and fry over medium heat. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until the chicken breasts are golden brown and cooked through. Use a brush to brush the marinade during the frying process to enhance the flavor.
3. Collect the juice and color
Pour in the sauce from the marinated chicken breast, reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce is thick and well coated.
4. Add lemon juice (optional)
After frying, squeeze in some lemon juice to add a hint of fresh acidity and balance the overall taste.
5. Plating and garnishing
Slice the fried chicken breasts and garnish with chives. Serve with rice, steamed vegetables or salad.
Pair and enjoy
🔸 Soy sauce chicken breast is perfect with white rice or fried rice to absorb the flavor of chicken breast gravy, or pair it with a refreshing leafy salad to balance the savory taste.
🔸 Pair it with a glass of light white wine or a refreshing iced tea.
Cooking skills
🔸 Evenly marinated: Gently pat the chicken breasts flat for better marinade absorption and more uniform pan-frying.
🔸 Control the heat: Fry the chicken breasts over medium heat to avoid too much heat that can cause the outside to be scorched and the inside under-cooked.
🔸 Keep it juicy: Brushing the marinade several times while frying will help keep the chicken breasts moist and tender.
Possible problems and solutions
🔸 Chicken breasts that are too dry: Frying for too long can cause chicken breasts to dry and astringent, so it is recommended to keep them on medium heat during frying and brush the marinade several times to keep them moist.
🔸 Uneven taste: Insufficient marinating time may result in uneven taste, and the marinating time should be kept for at least 30 minutes.
🔸 Marinade too sweet or salty: Adjust the ratio of honey to soy sauce according to personal taste to ensure a balanced taste.
