Description
Char siu chicken transforms an ordinary weeknight into a culinary celebration. With juicy, boneless chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory glaze, this dish offers a delightful blend of flavors that will have your taste buds dancing. Perfect for impressing family and friends, char siu chicken is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Whether served alongside steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables, it’s sure to be a new favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp five-spice powder
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, five-spice powder, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour (or overnight for best results).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
- Brush with extra marinade halfway through cooking for enhanced flavor.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cantonese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 221
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 484mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 109mg
Keywords: - For extra juiciness, consider using bone-in chicken thighs. - Enhance the marinade with pineapple juice for a tropical twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat gently in the oven.