Description
Korean Braised Chicken is a comforting and flavorful one-pot dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a savory soy-based sauce with vegetables, sweet potato noodles, and hard-boiled eggs. This classic Korean home-cooked meal balances sweet, savory, and earthy notes, making it perfect to brighten any day with its rich taste and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs (bone-in, skinless)
- 4 hard-boiled eggs (peeled)
Vegetables & Mushrooms
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1 large carrot (sliced)
- 4 dried shiitake mushrooms (soaked and sliced)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Noodles
- 5 ounces sweet potato noodles (soaked in warm water for 30 minutes)
Seasonings & Sauces
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (toasted)
Liquids & Oils
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Soak noodles: Begin by soaking the sweet potato noodles in warm water for approximately 30 minutes to soften them before cooking.
- Prepare chicken and veggies: While the noodles are soaking, peel and chop the potatoes into chunks, chop the onion, slice the carrot, and prepare the chicken thighs by trimming any excess fat if needed.
- Mix sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and fresh ginger until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
- Brown the chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the chicken thighs. Sear them until they develop a golden brown color on all sides, which enhances flavor.
- Add ingredients: Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the pot with the chicken, then add the potatoes, carrots, sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, and water. Stir everything together and bring the liquid to a boil.
- Simmer: Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 30 to 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes become tender, absorbing the sauce flavors.
- Incorporate noodles and eggs: Drain the soaked sweet potato noodles and add them along with the peeled hard-boiled eggs to the pot. Continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 5 to 10 minutes to allow the noodles to absorb the sauce and heat through.
- Garnish and serve: Just before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the dish to add crunch and freshness.
Notes
- Soaking the sweet potato noodles softens them and prevents clumping during simmering.
- Use bone-in, skinless chicken thighs for richer flavor and tender meat.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar according to taste.
- If you prefer spicier, add sliced chili or chili flakes during the simmering stage.
- This dish can be served with steamed rice to complement the flavorful sauce.
