Char Siu Chicken for Easy Homemade Dinner Recipes
This Char Siu Chicken recipe brings bold, savory flavors to your table without the fuss of complicated prep. It’s a sweet and sticky twist on the classic pork char siu recipe, but with chicken – and a lot less waiting around.
We’re talking about something that hits all the right notes for quick, satisfying Dinner Dishes. Whether you're into Chicken Dishes Recipes, scouting for a new chicken dinner recipe, or secretly wish siu mai recipe flavors came in chicken form—this is for you.
It’s one of those Chicken Recipes Dinner ideas that turns a boring evening into a homemade dinner win. Grab that bowl, whisk the marinade, and let the oven handle the magic. If you’ve got leftovers (unlikely), they’re even better the next day.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Red food coloring (optional, for classic color)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, wine, five-spice, garlic powder, sesame oil, and a drop of red food coloring if using.
- Place chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or shallow bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if you’ve got time.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a rack on top.
- Arrange marinated chicken on the rack and bake for 20 minutes.
- Flip the chicken and brush with remaining marinade. Bake another 10-15 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Let rest a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot with rice, noodles, or your favorite side.