Easy Chinese Chicken Bake
Transform your weeknight dinners with this *Easy Chinese Chicken Bake*—a flavorful, no-fuss recipe that brings classic Asian flavors straight to your oven. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are marinated and baked in a savory-sweet glaze made with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a splash of rice vinegar. The chicken bakes to perfection, boasting golden, crispy skin and tender meat infused with a rich, umami-packed sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cleanup thanks to a single baking dish, this recipe is perfect for busy nights. Garnish with fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds for a pop of flavor and color, and pair with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a balanced, restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared baking dish, skin-side up.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar until well combined.
Pour the sauce over the chicken thighs, making sure each piece is evenly coated. Use a spoon or brush to spread the sauce under the skin as well.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Halfway through baking (around 20 minutes), spoon some of the sauce from the bottom of the dish over the chicken to baste it for extra flavor.
Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.1 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.1 g | 236% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 731 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 6391 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.5 g | ||
| Protein | 178.6 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2710 mg | 58% | |
*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.
