Chinese Barbecued Chicken
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Chinese Barbecued Chicken, a dish that brings bold Asian flavors straight to your table. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are marinated to perfection in a savory-sweet blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and fragrant sesame oil, with hints of fresh ginger, minced garlic, and aromatic Chinese five-spice powder. Whether grilled to smoky perfection or oven-roasted for a beautifully caramelized finish, these chicken thighs are lusciously tender and bursting with flavor. A final touch of green onion and toasted sesame seeds adds a delightful crunch and a burst of color. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts, this dish pairs wonderfully with fluffy steamed rice or crisp stir-fried vegetables for a complete Chinese-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 stalks green onions, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted, for garnish
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, and red pepper flakes. Whisk thoroughly to create a smooth marinade.
Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F/190°C). If using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow any excess to drip off. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
If grilling, place the chicken on the preheated grill skin-side down. Cook for 15-20 minutes per side, occasionally basting with the reserved marinade, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
If baking, arrange the chicken on a lined baking sheet skin-side up. Cook for approximately 35-40 minutes, brushing with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and nicely caramelized.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy warm with rice or steamed vegetables!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.3 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 731 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 4090 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 67.7 g | ||
| Protein | 172.8 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2144 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
