Ingredients

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

3/4 C brown sugar

3/4 C low sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp (heaped) minced ginger

2 shallots, chopped

1 white onion, chopped

1 tsp five-spice

1 C water

Method

In a large frying pan heat 1 tbsp oil and place chicken thighs in pan. Add remaining ingredients, except the water. Sauté, turning chicken over until lightly golden brown on both sides. Add the water. Place a lid on the pan, turn down to simmer and cook 30-40 minutes until chicken’s internal temperature is 165 degrees F and juices run clear. Serve with your favourite vegetables and either potatoes or rice.

Done! Completed! Finished!

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