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Char Siu Chicken

Char Siu Chicken: Sweet and Savory BBQ Delight at Home

Char Siu Chicken is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for impressing family and friends.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium recommended
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce or use mushroom sauce for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Five-Spice Powder or pumpkin pie spice as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil omit if necessary
Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts with adjusted cooking times

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil. Stir until well-blended.
  3. Place the chicken thighs into a resealable plastic bag. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Take the chicken out and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
  5. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the marinated chicken thighs on it. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. While the chicken is baking, heat the remaining marinade in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Brush the thickened marinade over the baked chicken and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
  8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with jasmine rice and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, marinate the chicken overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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