By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 4, 2026
Serves 4
276 cal · 35 min
Spring Chicken
Recipe GLPR5243c341b1067a
Tender boneless chicken thighs coated with aromatic garlic and cilantro, then pan-fried until golden. This Southeast Asian-inspired dish is light, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned with soy sauce and fresh herbs. Served as a satisfying main course for four.
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Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 teaspoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons garlic paste
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup arrowroot powder
Canola oil for frying
Directions
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and cut into bite-sized pieces (1 to 2 inches). Place in a bowl.
Add the soy sauce, garlic paste, and chopped cilantro to the chicken. Mix well to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 5 minutes.
Spread the arrowroot powder on a shallow plate. Working in batches, lightly coat each piece of chicken with the arrowroot powder, shaking off any excess.
Heat about 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Working in batches to avoid crowding, fry the coated chicken pieces for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer in the thickest part.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter. Serve hot as a main course for four.
Comments
Every ingredient is stocked everywhere in Charlotte—Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Walmart, ALDI, and Kroger all carry chicken thighs, soy sauce, garlic, cilantro, and canola oil—so no special trips needed. At roughly $2–2.50 per thigh and pantry staples for the rest, you're looking at $3–4 per serving, which is solid for a weeknight protein dish. The 35-minute window is honest if you work quickly; expect 10 minutes prep (mincing garlic, cilantro) and 25 in the pan, so it does demand your attention for browning and sauce work. This is a single-pan dinner that doesn't keep particularly well once the arrowroot thickens it, so plan to serve it all the same night, but it's perfect for a family who wants an uncomplicated, flavorful main without fuss.
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