Chinese Bar-b-que Chicken π
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Spicy, sweet, easy, and utterly delicious! This Chinese Bar-b-que Chicken recipe has been a favorite in my kitchen for over 20 years, always earning rave reviews. You can easily swap out chicken breasts if you’re looking for a leaner option.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Whole chicken, cut up |
| – | Salt, to taste |
| – | Pepper, to taste |
| – | Flour, for dusting |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 cup | Red wine vinegar |
| 3/4 cup | Brown sugar |
| 4 tbsp | Worcestershire sauce |
| 4 tbsp | Prepared mustard |
| – | Hot sauce, to taste |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Grease a baking dish and set aside.
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Season and Brown Chicken:
- Begin by seasoning your chicken pieces with salt and pepper to taste.
- Lightly dust the chicken with flour, coating each piece evenly.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the chicken pieces until golden on all sides.
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Make the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, prepared mustard, and hot sauce.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for a few minutes until all the flavors meld together into a fragrant sauce.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Arrange the browned chicken pieces in the greased baking dish.
- Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated in the delicious mixture.
- Place the baking dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Bake the Chinese Bar-b-que Chicken for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has caramelized beautifully.
- Check the chicken occasionally while baking, spooning the sauce over the top to keep it moist and flavorful.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve this aromatic and mouthwatering Chinese Bar-b-que Chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds, alongside steamed rice or your favorite veggies.
Notes:
- This recipe is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a special Asian-inspired feast.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce according to your spice preference.
- The sauce develops a wonderful sticky glaze as it bakes, coating the chicken in irresistible flavor.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 657.6
- Total Fat: 34.8g
- Saturated Fat: 9.9g
- Cholesterol: 172.5mg
- Sodium: 414mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 40.5g
- Protein: 43g
π₯π₯’ Dive into the tantalizing flavors of this Chinese Bar-b-que Chicken recipe, where succulent chicken meets a sweet and spicy sauce for a meal that’s sure to impress! Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving some Asian-inspired comfort food. Enjoy! π²β¨
