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Char Siu Chicken: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner

Char Siu Chicken: A Quick and Flavorful Dinner Delight

Char Siu Chicken is a quick and flavorful dinner option, perfect for families and gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce or BBQ sauce if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Five-Spice Powder can replace with a mix of cinnamon, star anise, and cloves
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger or ground ginger
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on recommended
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped
  • Sesame Seeds (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large resealable bag or shallow dish
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, five-spice powder, minced garlic, and ginger until well combined.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish, pouring the marinade over them to ensure they are evenly coated.
  3. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Remove the chicken thighs from the fridge and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the chicken for 45-55 minutes, basting with the marinade every 15 minutes.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, slice if desired, and garnish with freshly chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for up to 24 hours for deeper flavor. Baste every 15 minutes during roasting for a sticky glaze. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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