For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of hot pepper sauce or substitute it with a pinch of red pepper flakes. If you don't have fresh ginger on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger. However, fresh ginger provides the best flavor. To add more depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of Shaoxing rice wine to the sauce. Feel free to substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breast, but be mindful not to overcook them. Chicken breast cooks faster than thighs and can become dry if overcooked. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Spicy Caramel Chicken
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS173
Experience an explosion of flavor with this updated classic! Tender chicken thighs, bathed in a rich and spicy caramel sauce, deliver the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and heat. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's ready in minutes!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate94 g
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Cholesterol191 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein50 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium1934 mg
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Sugar43 g
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Fat48 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepIn a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, rice vinegar, fish sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, hot pepper sauce, and soy sauce until well combined. (2 minutes)
02
StepPlace the chicken pieces in a separate bowl. Add ¼ cup of the brown sugar sauce and toss until the chicken is thoroughly coated. Let it marinate for 15 minutes. (17 minutes)
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StepHeat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until the oil just begins to smoke. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken starts to caramelize and turn a deep, rich brown. This should take approximately 8 to 10 minutes. (10 minutes)
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StepReduce the heat to medium. Stir in the sliced jalapeños, red peppers, roasted peanuts, and ½ cup of chopped green onions. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together. (1 minute)
05
StepAdd the remaining brown sugar sauce to the skillet and simmer until heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes. The sauce should thicken slightly and coat the chicken beautifully. (2 minutes)
06
StepRemove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro. (1 minute)
07
StepServe the spicy caramel chicken immediately over hot cooked white rice. Garnish with additional chopped green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish. (2 minutes)
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Bobbie Hessel
Jun 8, 2025The fish sauce adds such a unique depth of flavor to the caramel sauce. Don't skip it!
Fern Jakubowski
Oct 19, 2024I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a crowd-pleaser!
Albina Quitzon
Aug 2, 2024Easy to follow and the result was restaurant-quality chicken.
Nigel Barton
Jul 6, 2024This recipe is fantastic! The caramel sauce is so flavorful, and the chicken is perfectly tender.
Jayme Wuckert
Jun 6, 2024I added a little honey to the sauce for extra sweetness. Delicious!
Hillard Botsford
May 29, 2024I doubled the recipe and it worked great for leftovers.
Vada Medhurst
Feb 26, 2024The spice level was perfect for my taste. I will be making this again!
Wilton Murphy
Nov 14, 2023My family loved this! Even my picky eaters enjoyed it.