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Baked Five Spice Chicken

Savory Baked Five Spice Chicken for a Quick Flavor Boost

Baked Five Spice Chicken combines bold flavors and simplicity, making it a delightful dinner choice that's dairy-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp five spice powder or substitute with cinnamon and star anise if unavailable
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce can use soy sauce for a vegetarian option
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar white vinegar can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce use low-sodium for a lighter version
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar or regular sugar as a substitute
  • 1 tbsp brandy optional, substitute with apple juice if desired
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ziploc bag
  • oven-safe pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together salt, five spice powder, fish sauce, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, coconut sugar, brandy, and minced garlic until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken thighs into a Ziploc bag and pour the prepared marinade over the top. Seal the bag and shake gently to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
  4. In a large oven-safe pan over medium-high heat, add a little oil and sear the marinated chicken thighs for about 5 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  5. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve over rice with fresh cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to marinate overnight for deeper flavor. Use a high-quality, oven-safe pan for searing.

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