Chinese Chicken Bake

Experience the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and umami flavors with this Chinese Chicken Bake—a simple yet delicious one-dish recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are marinated in a rich combination of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, garlic, and fresh ginger, then baked to perfection and topped with a glossy cornstarch-thickened glaze for an irresistible finish. Sprinkled with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Serve it alongside steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables to create a wholesome and satisfying meal. With only 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, this Chinese-inspired baked chicken recipe is guaranteed to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 pieces green onions (sliced)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons water
• 1 teaspoon neutral cooking oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with neutral cooking oil.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and rice vinegar. Whisk until smooth to create the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs in the baking dish in a single layer and pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and allow the chicken to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature (or longer in the refrigerator if desired).

Step 4

Once marinated, place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake, covered, for 25 minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken is baking, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 6

After 25 minutes, remove the baking dish from the oven and carefully uncover it. Pour the remaining sauce from the baking dish into a small saucepan and return the chicken to the oven, uncovered, for another 10 minutes.

Step 7

Heat the saucepan with the reserved marinade over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 8

Once the chicken is done baking, remove it from the oven. Brush the thickened sauce generously over each piece of chicken.

Step 9

Garnish the chicken with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Serve hot with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(593.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1244.0

Total Fat 69.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 501.0mg	0%
Sodium 2720.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 111.7g	0%

Vitamin D 28IU	0%
Calcium 105.2mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1306.9mg	0%

*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: 50.3%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 13.5%