Description
A flavorful and tender Char Siu Chicken recipe that combines succulent chicken thighs with a sweet and savory marinade. Perfect for a delicious Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 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
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the chicken: Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag or container, pour the marinade over them, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Cook the chicken: Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat. Grill or bake the chicken until cooked through, basting with marinade occasionally.
- Serve: Slice the Char Siu Chicken and serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.
Notes
- You can also broil the chicken for a charred finish.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg