Oven Barbecued Asian Chicken

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly flavorful Oven Barbecued Asian Chicken, a perfect combination of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. Juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are generously coated in a delectable marinade featuring soy sauce, hoisin, honey, and sesame oil, infused with the warmth of garlic and ginger, and spiked with optional Sriracha for a hint of heat. Baked to perfection and caramelized under the broiler, these tender chicken thighs are glazed with a thickened, glossy sauce for maximum flavor. Garnished with fresh green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crisp vegetables, making it an easy yet impressive meal. With just 20 minutes of prep and bold Asian-inspired flavors, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 45 min
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 8 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Hoisin sauce
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional, for heat)
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Water
• 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.

2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and set them aside on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side up.

3. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha (if using) until the sauce is smooth and well combined.

4. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the sauce mixture for glazing later, and set it aside.

5. Brush or spoon the remaining sauce generously over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are evenly coated.

6. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes, basting with the reserved sauce halfway through the cooking time.

7. While the chicken is cooking, make a cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth.

8. Pour the cornstarch slurry into the remaining sauce and heat it in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sauce thickens. This will be used for serving.

9. Once the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C), turn the oven to broil and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to caramelize the skin. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.

10. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

11. Drizzle the thickened sauce over the chicken, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve alongside steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (274.8g)

Calories		599
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		38.8 g	50%
	Saturated Fat	10.2 g	51%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.6 g
Cholesterol		162 mg	54%
Sodium		997 mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate		23.9 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	0.8 g	3%
	Total Sugars	17.9 g
Protein		38.8 g	78%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		48 mg	4%
Iron		2.5 mg	14%
Potassium		509 mg	11%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1399 cal (58.3%%)

Protein: 620 cal (25.8%%)

Carbs: 382 cal (15.9%%)