Chicken Thit Kho

Gà Kho, a high-protein twist on a Vietnamese classic, offers the comforting richness of traditional caramelized chicken but with a leaner, protein-focused spin. Prepared with tender chicken thighs and savory hard-boiled eggs, this dish celebrates the rich, umami flavors that make Vietnamese cuisine so beloved. Whether for meal prep or a nourishing home-cooked meal, this recipe delivers both in taste and nutrition.

Ingredients

🍗 500 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
🥚 4 whole eggs
🥑 2 teaspoons avocado oil
🧅 30 grams shallot, minced
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🐟 2 tablespoons Red Boat Fish Sauce (30ml)
🌿 2 teaspoons soy sauce
🍬 2 teaspoons monkfruit sweetener (or sugar)
🥣 ½ cup chicken bone broth (120ml)
💧 1 cup water (240ml)
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ Optional: sliced chili, green onion for garnish

Instructions

1- Cook the Eggs:

• Place 4 eggs in a Dash egg cooker.
• Add the required water using a measuring cup and cover.
• Start the cooker to hard-boil the eggs.

2- Caramelize the Sugar:

• Heat a HexClad saucepan on a gas stove over medium heat.
• Add a small amount of oil and stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar continuously until it melts into a dark amber caramel.

3- Sauté Shallots and Garlic:

• Add the minced shallots and garlic to the caramel.
• Sauté until the shallots are fragrant and slightly softened.

4- Brown the Chicken:

• Add the chicken thigh pieces to the pan.
• Brown the chicken slightly for a couple of minutes on each side.

5- Add Liquids:

• Pour in 2 tablespoons of Red Boat Fish Sauce, soy sauce, ½ cup bone broth, and 1 cup of water.
• Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

6- Simmer:

• Cover the saucepan with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer.

7- Prepare the Eggs:

• Once the eggs are cooked, remove them from the egg cooker and peel them.

8- Simmer with Eggs:

• Add the peeled hard-boiled eggs to the simmering chicken and sauce.
• Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly and the eggs to absorb the sauce's flavors.
• Let the sauce reduce and thicken to your desired consistency.

9- Serve:

• Once ready, remove from heat and serve the Gà Kho in a bowl.
• Garnish with black pepper and optional sliced chili or green onion.

Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 35-50 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment:

• Dash Egg Cooker
• HexClad Saucepan
• Clear measuring cup
• Wooden spoon/ladle
• Wooden chopsticks
• White serving bowl
• Gas stove

Cooking Tips:

• Utilize the Dash egg cooker for easy egg peeling.
• Ensure sugar caramelizes to a deep amber for the perfect flavor base.

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