Description
This Char Siu Chicken recipe features tender, boneless chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder. Oven-baked and finished under the broiler for a delicious caramelized glaze, this dish delivers authentic Asian-inspired flavors perfect for a tasty weeknight meal or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Marinade
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken thighs to perfection.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag.
- Add Marinade to Chicken: Pour half of the marinade over the chicken thighs, seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to absorb the flavors.
- Reserve Marinade: Cover and refrigerate the remaining marinade separately for later use.
- Bring Chicken to Room Temperature: Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange the marinated chicken thighs on it in a single layer.
- Bake Chicken: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and juices run clear.
- Simmer Reserved Marinade: While the chicken cooks, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan and bring it to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Brush Chicken with Glaze: Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the thickened marinade evenly over the pieces.
- Broil Chicken: Broil the chicken under high heat for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to achieve a caramelized, slightly charred finish without burning.
- Remove and Rest: Once caramelized, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to lock in juices.
- Serve: Slice and serve the flavorful Char Siu Chicken warm, perfect alongside steamed rice or vegetables.
- Enjoy: Enjoy your homemade classic Char Siu Chicken with its savory and sweet balance of flavors!
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavor intensity.
- Be careful while broiling to prevent burning the glaze, as sugars caramelize quickly.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use boneless, skinless thighs for juicy, tender meat; chicken breasts can be substituted but may be less moist.
- Serve with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or bao buns for a complete meal.
