Char Siu Chicken: Easy Recipe for Juicy Homemade Delight
Discover the delicious flavors of Char Siu Chicken with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees juicy results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons five-spice powder
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, Chinese cooking wine, honey, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger.
- Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight for better flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray and bake for 30-40 minutes, basting with the marinade halfway through.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Char Siu Chicken, Chicken Recipes, Asian Cuisine