Ga Kho Aka Caramelized Chicken (Adapted From Both R

Name: Ga Kho Aka Caramelized Chicken (Adapted From Both Ravenous Couple And Cookin’ Canuck)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs with bone and skin; 4 chicken legs with skin; 1/2 red onion medium, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons ginger chopped; 4 cloves garlic chopped; 3 Thai chilis minced; 1/2 cup brown sugar plus 1 tablespoon; 1/4 cup sugar plus 1/2 teaspoon; 1/4 cup fish sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 cup rice vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 bunch scallions chopped; water; canola oil

Servings: persons

4 chicken thighs with bone and skin
4 chicken legs with skin
1/2 red onion medium, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons ginger chopped
4 cloves garlic chopped
3 Thai chilis minced
1/2 cup brown sugar plus 1 tablespoon
1/4 cup sugar plus 1/2 teaspoon
1/4 cup fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 bunch scallions chopped
water
canola oil

1
In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 tablespoon brown sugar, black pepper and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Add the chicken, toss to coat, cover and let sit for 30 minutes. Mix the onions, ginger, garlic, half the scallions and Thai chilis in a small bowl and set aside.
2
Once ready, pour both the sugars into a medium skillet over medium high heat and cook until they both begin to mix and melt, approximately 3-5 minutes. Pour 1/3 cup of water, the fish sauce and rice vinegar, along with the onions, ginger, garlic and Thai chilis. Cook another 5-7 minutes or until the sauce just begins to reduce, then remove from heat.
3
In a separate, larger skillet, heat a swirl of canola oil with the 1/2 teaspoon sugar over medium high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides, approximately 2 minutes per side, making sure the skin has sufficiently browned.
4
Pour half of the sauce in with the chicken and cook until it reduces by half. Turn the chicken over and add the remaining sauce. Cover and cook another 20-25 minutes or until done, basting the chicken occasionally and turning as necessary.
5
Garnish the chicken with the remaining scallions once done.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken thighs with bone and skin, 4 chicken legs with skin, 1/2 red onion medium, chopped, 1 1/2 tablespoons ginger chopped, and more.

Yes, Ga Kho Aka Caramelized Chicken (Adapted From Both Ravenous Couple And Cookin’ Canuck) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ga Kho Aka Caramelized Chicken (Adapted From Both Ravenous Couple And Cookin’ Canuck)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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