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Char Siu Chicken

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Experience the smoky sweetness of Char Siu Chicken, a delicious dish that brings the flavors of a bustling Chinese market right to your kitchen, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice wine or sherry, oyster sauce, sesame oil, five-spice powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, red food coloring (if using), salt, and white pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they're well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place a wire rack on top for air circulation.
  2. Place the marinated chicken thighs on the rack, letting excess marinade drip off. Keep any leftover marinade for basting later.
  3. Roast the chicken for 15 minutes, then baste generously with the reserved marinade.
  4. Return the chicken to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature hits 165°F (74°C), and the chicken is caramelized. Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra caramelization, watching closely to prevent burning.
  5. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. Properly stored, Char Siu Chicken will last up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months and defrost in the refrigerator before reheating.
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