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Char Siu Chicken

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Char Siu Chicken: A Must-Try Delight

This Char Siu Chicken blends sweet and savory notes, delivering a tender and juicy Asian BBQ experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce Adds sweetness and depth
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Brings saltiness and umami
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Contributes sweetness and aids in caramelization
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Enhances richness
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Balances sweetness with acidity
  • 3 cloves Garlic Infuses fragrance, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese Five-Spice Powder Essential for authentic flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Introduces a nutty essence
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Provide juiciness and tenderness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium bowl
  • Resealable bag
  • Baking Sheet
  • Airtight container
  • Small saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Set a timer for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil for the marinade.
  3. Place your chicken thighs in a large resealable bag and pour half of the marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Reserve the remaining marinade in an airtight container in the fridge.
  5. After marinating, let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
  8. Brush the thickened marinade over the chicken and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  9. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate longer for deeper flavor and do not flip the chicken while baking for even cooking.

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