Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of char siu chicken, a sweet and savory dish that captures the essence of Chinese street food. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or meal prep, featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in a blend of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and five-spice powder. With minimal effort, you’ll create a dish that delights the senses and impresses your guests. Serve it alongside steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, five-spice powder, and pineapple juice.
- Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and sear each thigh in a hot skillet or on the grill for about 5 minutes per side until browned.
- Brush reserved marinade onto chicken while cooking until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Oven roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg