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Char Siu Chicken

A deliciously sweet and savory Chinese-style barbecued chicken, marinated in a flavorful sauce and grilled to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring optional
Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs boneless and skinless

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, five-spice powder, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red food coloring until well combined.
  2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting later.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them.
  2. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Grill the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the used marinade.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, basting with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve
  1. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve with steamed rice and vegetables, drizzled with any remaining marinade if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey to taste.

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