Chicken Jorim (Soy-Braised Chicken)

Published May 23, 2025

Chicken Jorim (Soy-Braised Chicken)
Joel Goldberg for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Hadas Smirnoff.
Total Time
1 hour
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Rating
5(142)
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Korean jorim is a classic braise of meat, fish or veggies simmered in a savory soy sauce until they’ve absorbed all of the flavors of the thickened liquid. Typically done with beef, the stew is equally flavorful with quick-cooking chicken. Here, cubed chicken thighs and potatoes are braised in a tangy sauce infused with ginger, garlic cloves and mushrooms, a simple combination that delivers deep flavor. Serve the stew over warm rice to balance and soak up the intense sauce. 

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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 2tablespoons neutral oil
  • 3garlic cloves, minced
  • 1teaspoon minced ginger
  • 3ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and thinly sliced (1 packed cup)
  • ½medium white or yellow onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ¼cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2tablespoons mirin
  • 2tablespoons turbinado or light brown sugar
  • pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1½-inch pieces
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 2tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional), for garnish
  • Cooked short-grain rice and kimchi, for serving
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

445 calories; 16 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 33 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 39 grams protein; 927 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium. Add garlic and ginger and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add mushrooms, onion, soy sauce, mirin, sugar and ½ cup of water.

  2. Step 2

    Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the pot. Mix well and bring to a boil over medium-high. Cover, reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in potatoes and bring back to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat until potatoes are almost tender, 10 minutes. Uncover and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken and potatoes are cooked through and sauce is reduced and slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes longer. Stir in scallions.

  3. Step 3

    Divide chicken mixture among shallow bowls and garnish with scallions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve warm, with rice and kimchi on the side.

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Seriously so easy and tasty. It feels hearty but not too heavy. I left the potato skins on because I’m lazy and fiber never hurts. Will be adding this to my rotation.

So delicious! I used sweet potato and added carrots. I only had 300 grams chicken thighs so I upped the mushrooms too. Lastly, used maple syrup instead of sugar. Versatile dish, will make again!

Another deeply flavored, delicious dish that the kids inhaled, and that was *VERY* easy to make. The dutch oven braise takes a little extra time, but it's a passive process, making it weeknight-friendly. Definitely plan to make again soon.

The potatoes in the photograph are much larger than what’s called for in the recipe so they would take longer to cook.

Excellent recipe, easy and tasty! I made it just as written and think next time I will add a bit of kimchi to the braised chicken just before serving and have additional kimchi on the table. The addition of kimchi takes the dish to a whole new level.

I added a tbsp of fish sauce for extra flavor and feel like it really pulled it all together

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