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Char Siu Chicken

Irresistibly Juicy Char Siu Chicken You Can't Resist

This Char Siu Chicken recipe delivers irresistible flavor and is perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium for a lighter taste
  • 2 tablespoons Honey substitute with maple syrup if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce omit for vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar apple cider or white vinegar works as substitutes
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) can use garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Five-Spice Powder can swap with individual spices like cinnamon and star anise
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil omit for a lighter option
Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs ensure tenderness and flavor
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions for freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for nutty flavor and crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Saucepan
  • meat thermometer
  • Re-sealable Bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil. Whisk until blended.
  3. Place the chicken thighs into a resealable bag and pour half of the marinade over. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  4. Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Reserve the remaining marinade.
  5. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Lay the chicken thighs onto the rack.
  6. Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan, bring to boil, then simmer for about 10 minutes to thicken.
  8. Brush the thickened marinade over the chicken and broil for 2-3 minutes for a charred finish.
  9. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 36gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for best flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness and watch closely while broiling.

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