4. Rest and serve:
Remove the chicken from the pan and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes & Tips
• You can use boneless chicken breasts or tenders instead of thighs, but thighs stay juicier. If using breasts, slice them in half or pound to ½-inch thickness so they cook evenly without burning the glaze.
• The oil helps prevent sticking and gives the sauce a glossy finish, while the water balances the sauce thickness.
• Soy sauce provides savory umami flavor, garlic deepens the taste, ginger adds warmth and subtle sweetness, and brown sugar gives richness.
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