Golden Five Spice Chicken
Infuse your dinner table with bold, aromatic flavors by making Golden Five Spice Chicken, a dish that combines the irresistible warmth of Chinese five-spice powder with a sticky-sweet soy and honey glaze. This recipe features tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs, marinated to perfection with a blend of garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar to ensure every bite bursts with umami and spice. Oven-roasted until the skin is golden and crisp, this crowd-pleaser is garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty toasted sesame seeds for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour (with a little planning for marination), this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crunchy stir-fried veggies to create a meal that's as comforting as it is exotic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or an impressive weekend spread, Golden Five Spice Chicken is your go-to recipe for a flavor-packed, Asian-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the five-spice powder, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and make two shallow slashes on the skin side of each piece to help the marinade penetrate.
Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easier cleanup, and place a wire rack on top of the sheet.
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on the wire rack, allowing space between each piece for even cooking.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown, crisp, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). If desired, turn on the broiler for the last 2-3 minutes to enhance browning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Serve the Golden Five Spice Chicken with steamed rice, sautéed vegetables, or a side of fresh salad for a complete and flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1024 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 29.0 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*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.
