Description
This Char Siu Chicken recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Chinese BBQ dish. Tender, flavorful chicken thighs marinated in a savory-sweet sauce and roasted to perfection, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon five spice powder
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine ((can substitute clear rice wine, dry sherry, or beer))
- 2 teaspoons light soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic ((minced))
- 5 drops red food coloring ((optional))
Basting Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon maltose ((can substitute honey or brown rice syrup))
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl. Rub marinade over chicken, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Prepare for Roasting: Bring chicken to room temperature, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), and line a baking sheet.
- Roast the Chicken: Place chicken on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes. Baste with the basting sauce and continue roasting until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the marinade to suit your taste preferences.
- For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken for longer periods.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Char Siu Chicken, Chinese BBQ Chicken, Roasted Chicken Thighs
