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Char Siu Chicken Recipe

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This Char Siu Chicken recipe features tender boneless chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and Chinese five-spice powder. The chicken is pan-fried to achieve a deliciously caramelized exterior and garnished with green onions and toasted sesame seeds, creating a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors reminiscent of traditional Chinese barbecue.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Chinese five-spice powder until well combined.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Add the chicken thigh pieces into the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours, to let the flavors infuse.
  3. Heat the pan: Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering.
  4. Cook the chicken: Remove chicken pieces from the marinade, reserving the excess marinade for basting. Add the chicken to the hot pan in a single layer, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Baste and caramelize: During the last few minutes of cooking, brush the reserved marinade over the chicken pieces to enhance the glaze and allow it to caramelize slightly, turning the chicken glossy and flavorful.
  6. Garnish and serve: Transfer the cooked Char Siu chicken to a serving dish. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving warm with rice or steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan to ensure even caramelization.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with boneless chicken breasts, but thighs provide more moisture and flavor.
  • If you prefer a smokier flavor, cook the chicken under a broiler for a couple of minutes at the end.
  • Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt level.

Keywords: Char Siu Chicken, Chinese Chicken Recipe, Hoisin Chicken, Five-Spice Chicken, Easy Chinese Chicken, Stir Fry Chicken

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