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Char Siu Chicken

Savory Char Siu Chicken: Easy BBQ Delight for Any Meal

Experience the delicious flavor of Char Siu Chicken with this easy recipe, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin sauce Adds sweetness and depth of flavor
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Provides umami and saltiness
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Contributes sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce Imparts complexity and richness
  • 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar Adds acidity
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Infuses dish with aromatic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder Offers unique spice flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Enriches marinade with nuttiness
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Juicy and tender
For Cooking
  • 1 sheet Aluminum foil For lining baking sheets

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and stir until well blended.
  3. Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag, pour half of the marinade over them, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  5. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange marinated chicken on it.
  6. Bake chicken for 25 to 30 minutes until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Simmer reserved marinade in a saucepan over medium heat for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  8. Brush the baked chicken with thickened marinade and broil for 2 to 3 minutes.
  9. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate overnight and always use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

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