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Char Siu Chicken Recipe

Char Siu Chicken Recipe
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This Char Siu Chicken recipe offers a flavorful Chinese-style barbecue chicken made with tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a savory and sweet blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder. Baked to perfection and finished under the broiler for a caramelized, slightly charred finish, this dish delivers authentic taste with easy oven preparation.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
  2. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil until well combined.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour half of the prepared marinade over the chicken, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to allow flavors to penetrate.
  4. Save Marinade: Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade separately for later use as a glaze.
  5. Rest Chicken: Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature for even cooking.
  6. Arrange for Baking: Place the chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil to catch any drippings and facilitate easy cleanup.
  7. Bake Chicken: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and juices run clear.
  8. Simmer Remaining Marinade: While the chicken bakes, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened to use as a glaze.
  9. Glaze Chicken: Once baked, brush the thickened marinade over the cooked chicken for added flavor and moisture.
  10. Broil to Caramelize: Place the glazed chicken under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching closely so it caramelizes and gets a slightly charred finish without burning.
  11. Rest and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to retain juices before slicing and serving.
  12. Enjoy: Serve your delicious homemade Char Siu Chicken hot with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
  • Use boneless, skinless thighs for juicy and tender meat.
  • Watch carefully while broiling to avoid burning the glaze.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
  • Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Char Siu Chicken, Chinese BBQ Chicken, Hoisin Chicken, Oven Baked Char Siu, Chinese Five-Spice Chicken

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