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Char Siu Chicken

Irresistibly Juicy Char Siu Chicken for Your Dinner Table

This Char Siu Chicken recipe brings irresistible flavor with a sweet and savory marinade, ideal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs secret to juicy Char Siu Chicken
For the Marinade
  • ½ cup hoisin sauce adds sweet and savory taste
  • ¼ cup soy sauce enhances umami flavor
  • ¼ cup honey caramelizes beautifully
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce deepens flavor complexity
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar balances sweetness
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced infuses marinade with flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder adds authentic twist
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil adds nutty aroma

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • medium bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Char Siu Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag, pour half of the marinade over, seal and shake to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade.
  5. After marinating, let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  6. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange the marinated chicken on it.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden-brown and cooked through.
  8. Simmer the reserved marinade in a small saucepan for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  9. After baking, brush the chicken with the thickened marinade.
  10. Switch to broil and broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  11. Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the juiciest results, marinate overnight and always bring chicken to room temperature before baking.

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