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Char Siu Chicken

A delicious dish featuring sweet and savory glazed chicken thighs, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in or boneless thighs can be used.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low sodium soy sauce can be used for less salt.
  • 3 tablespoons honey Adds sweetness to the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce Provides depth and richness.
  • 1 teaspoon five-spice powder Gives an authentic Chinese flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the flavor profile.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, five-spice powder, and minced garlic.
  2. Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Grill or bake the marinated chicken thighs until cooked through and charred at the edges.

Notes

For deeper flavor, let the chicken marinate longer. Serve with jasmine rice or stir-fried vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions.