ASIAN CHICKEN THIGHS

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Provided by Cassie *

Categories Chicken

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 15

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5 tsp olive oil
5 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1-3/4 pounds), skin removed
1/3 c warm water
1/4 c packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp orange juice
2 Tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 Tbsp ketchup
1 Tbsp white vinegar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp chinese five-spice powder
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tsp cold water
sliced green onions
hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 8-10 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.
2. In a small bowl, whisk warm water, brown sugar, orange juice, soy sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, pepper flakes and five-spice powder.
3. Pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until chicken is tender, turning chicken occasionally.
4. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened. Sprinkle with green onions. If desired, serve with rice
5. These chicken thighs really are delicious..I hope you give them a try..