Vietnamese Cuisine

Vietnamese Caramel Chicken

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Sticky ga kho, chicken braised in a dark caramel until glossy and deeply savoury. A one-pan wonder that feeds the family for pennies over rice.

Prep 10 mins
Cook 25 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £1.22

Approx £4.90 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours

S by Steven Tobin · Published 6 Jul 2026
Vietnamese Caramel Chicken

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Cut the chicken thighs into large chunks. Cook the rice in boiling water until tender, then drain and keep warm.
  2. 2
    Put the sugar in a wide pan with a splash of water and heat gently, without stirring, until it turns a deep amber caramel. Take care as it will be very hot.
  3. 3
    Carefully add the oil, garlic and ginger, then the chicken, turning to coat in the caramel.
  4. 4
    Pour in the fish sauce and a mugful of water, then cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes, turning now and then, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is sticky.
  5. 5
    Scatter with sliced spring onion and chilli and serve over the rice.

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Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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