Description
This Char Siu Chicken recipe gives a delightful twist to traditional Chinese BBQ flavors, featuring tender, savory chicken with a hint of sweetness. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Chinese Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 drops red food coloring (optional, for traditional color)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, five-spice powder, ginger, garlic, and red food coloring. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange marinated chicken on the rack. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through and basting with marinade. Broil on high for 2–3 minutes for a caramelized finish.
- Serve: Let rest before slicing. Serve with steamed rice, noodles, or stir-fried vegetables.
Notes
- You can grill the chicken for a smoky finish.
- This recipe also works great with pork or tofu.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
