Description
Char Siu Chicken is a deliciously juicy dish that captures the essence of Chinese barbecue with its sweet and savory glaze. Marinated in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and five-spice powder, this dish offers a perfect balance of flavors that caramelize beautifully when baked. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, Char Siu Chicken is sure to impress your family and friends with its restaurant-quality taste made right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and five-spice powder until the sugar dissolves.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- Baste with leftover marinade halfway through cooking for added flavor and glaze.
- Let rest before slicing and serve drizzled with additional sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg