Irresistible Char Siu Chicken Recipe with 10-Minute Prep Magic
Dive into the tantalizing world of flavors with this Irresistible Char Siu Chicken Recipe that takes only 10 minutes to prep. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish combines the sweetness of honey and hoisin sauce with warm spices, delivering a mouthwatering experience in every bite. Serve it over rice, in wraps, or as part of a larger feast—this versatile chicken will be a hit at any gathering. Easy to customize with ingredients you have on hand, this quick and flavorful recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon warm spices (five-spice powder)
- 4 skinless chicken thighs
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and warm spices.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake marinated chicken for about 30 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg