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Char Siu Chicken

Sticky, sweet Chinese BBQ chicken made with a classic char siu glaze and caramelized to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Cantonese, Chinese
Calories: 360

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • 0.33 cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Basting brush

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in char siu sauce for at least 2 hours.
  2. Roast on a rack at 400°F, flipping and basting halfway.
  3. Broil briefly to caramelize edges.
  4. Rest, slice, and garnish before serving.

Notes

Overnight marinating yields best flavor.