Description
Char Siu Chicken is a deliciously marinated and grilled chicken dish that features a sweet and savory flavor profile, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon five-spice powder
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, five-spice powder, garlic, ginger, and red food coloring if using. Mix well to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F. If using an oven, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side, basting with the reserved marinade, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char. If using the oven, place the chicken on the wire rack and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add 1 teaspoon of chili paste or sriracha to the marinade.
- Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 28g