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Delicious sweet soy shredded chicken served in a colorful dish

Shredded Sweet Soy Chicken Breast

An exquisite dish featuring tender chicken with a rich, savory sweet soy glaze, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb 1 lb / 500g chicken breast Skinless, boneless pieces of chicken that stay juicy and tender after cooking.
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves of garlic Minced to release aromatic bursts of flavor.
  • 1/2 onion 1/2 onion Finely diced, adding sweetness and depth to the dish.
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp oil Choose vegetable, canola, olive, or grapeseed oil.
  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup soy sauce Adds umami and savory richness.
  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup white vinegar Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 3 tbsp 3 tbsp jam Your choice of jam can create different flavor profiles.
  • 1 tbsp 1 tbsp black peppercorns or 1/2 tbsp ground black pepper For subtle kick and warmth.
  • 3/4 cups 3/4 cups water To keep the chicken moist.
  • 2 tsp 2 tsp cornstarch / cornflour Acts as a thickener for the sauce.
  • 3 tsp 3 tsp water To mix for thickening the sauce.

Method
 

Cooking Methods
  1. Slow Cooker Method: Place all the shredded chicken ingredients into your slow cooker. Set on low for 5 hours or high for 2 1/2 hours.
  2. Pressure Cooker Method: Add all ingredients to your pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for 35 minutes.
  3. Stove Method: In a large saucepan, ensure the chicken fits snugly in one layer. Add an additional 1/2 cup of water, cover, and simmer for about 50 to 60 minutes, turning once or twice.
Shredding the Chicken
  1. Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred it with two forks while warm and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. Transfer leftover liquid from cooking to a saucepan, bring to a simmer and reduce to around 1 1/4 cups.
Thickening the Sauce
  1. Mix cornstarch and 3 tsp water in a small bowl, add to the simmering sauce and cook until thickened.
Final Touch
  1. Toss shredded chicken back into the thickened sauce and serve over rice.

Notes

For added complexity, try adding a pinch of ginger to the sauce. Experiment with different jams for unique flavor profiles. Marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours for intensified flavors.