Easy Braised Chicken Thighs with Leftover Veggies
We never seem to finish a whole rotisserie chicken.
Whenever we order chicken, there are always leftovers that end up in the fridge.
That’s actually one reason we don’t order it often.
Instead, we buy chicken thighs and cook them ourselves—especially boneless skinless thighs, which are tender and perfect for braising.
Today I’m sharing a simple braised chicken dish using frozen chicken thighs and leftover vegetables from the fridge.
It’s hearty, savory, and made with everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 carrot
- 1/2 onion
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- Salt & black pepper
- 1 tbsp cooking wine
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 cup broth or water
- Sesame oil
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How to Make Braised Chicken Thighs
1. Prep the Ingredients
- Slice the carrot and onion into bite-sized pieces. Chop the green onion.
- Rinse the chicken thighs and pat dry. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the Chicken
- In a pot, heat oil and sear the chicken until lightly browned.
- Add a splash of cooking wine to remove any odor.
3. Build the Flavor Base
- Add garlic and green onion, and sauté briefly.
- Add soy sauce, fish sauce, and broth or water.
- Cover and simmer on medium heat.
4. Add the Veggies
- Add carrots first, then onions later as the sauce thickens.
- Finish with black pepper and sesame oil.
5. Plate and Serve
Slice the chicken and serve warm.
Health Benefits of Chicken
Chicken is a high-protein, low-fat meat that helps with fatigue recovery and immune support.
Thigh meat is juicy and tender, making it perfect for braising.
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Ssuang’s Daily Bite
One thing I’ve learned—you can make a full meal with just leftover ingredients in the fridge.
We never finish store-bought chicken, but chicken thighs? We always want more.
Today’s braised chicken was simple, filling, and nothing went to waste.
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