Char Siu Chicken
Char Siu Chicken features tender chicken marinated in a sweet and savory Chinese barbecue sauce, delivering a flavorful and aromatic dish perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 tbsp rice wine or dry sherry
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- Red food coloring (optional for traditional color)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, Chinese five-spice powder, rice wine, oyster sauce, garlic, ginger, and food coloring if using.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs on the rack, reserving the marinade.
- Bake for 20 minutes, basting occasionally with the reserved marinade.
- Turn on the broiler and broil the chicken for 3-5 minutes until edges are slightly charred, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra smoky flavor, try grilling the chicken over charcoal instead of baking. Serve with steamed rice and sautéed greens for a complete meal.
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