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Irresistible Char Siu Chicken

Irresistible Char Siu Chicken: Your New Weeknight Favorite

Experience the rich flavors of Irresistible Char Siu Chicken, a delightful dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Cantonese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Agave nectar as substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar for lower glycemic option
  • 1 teaspoon Five-Spice Powder Substitute blend available
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh preferred, garlic powder acceptable
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated or ground ginger works
Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs Can swap for chicken breasts

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • aluminum foil
  • whisk
  • resealable bag
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, five-spice powder, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
  2. Pat chicken thighs dry and marinate in a resealable bag, refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  3. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and place a wire rack over a lined baking sheet.
  4. Arrange chicken skin-side up on the baking sheet and pour remaining marinade over it.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, baste with pan juices every 10 minutes for a total of 20-25 minutes or until cooked.
  6. Broil for the last 2-3 minutes to achieve caramelization.
  7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving over jasmine rice, drizzling remaining sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances flavor and tenderness. Store leftovers whole to retain moisture.

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