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Char Siu Chicken

Flavorful Char Siu Chicken for Your Easy Weeknight Dinner

Experience the delightful flavors of Char Siu Chicken, a savory dish that brings the family together.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese Shaoxing Wine or Dry Sherry can substitute with chicken broth and a splash of vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Five-Spice Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Food Coloring (optional)
For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking tray
  • wire rack
  • Aluminum foil
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, five-spice powder, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and optional red food coloring until smooth.
  2. Add boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place a wire rack over the tray.
  4. Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Place marinated chicken on the wire rack, spaced evenly.
  5. Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Baste every 10 minutes with reserved marinade.
  6. Switch to broil and cook for an additional 5 minutes to char the exterior.
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving over rice or noodles, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating overnight yields the best flavor. Use a meat thermometer for safety and monitor closely while broiling to avoid burning.

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