Description
Enjoy the succulent and flavorful taste of Juicy and Tender Char Siu Chicken right in your own kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add chicken thighs, coat well, and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roast chicken on a wire rack for 20 minutes, flip, baste, and roast for another 10–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Final Touches: Optionally broil for caramelization. Rest, slice, and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, grill instead of baking.
- You can use chicken breasts, adjusting cooking time.
- Red food coloring is optional for traditional look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
