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Char Siu Chicken: Discover the Best Recipe Today!

Char Siu Chicken is a deliciously marinated and grilled chicken dish that features a sweet and savory flavor profile, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSugar: 12g

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.

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