Chinese Bar B Que Chicken Recipe

Experience the explosive flavors of this Spicy Sweet Chinese BBQ Chicken! This easy recipe, perfected over 20 years, is guaranteed to impress. Tender, juicy chicken with a mouthwatering glaze – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Easily adaptable with chicken breasts or thighs!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 657.6 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 2.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chinese Bar B Que Chicken

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How to Make Chinese Bar B Que Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut up one whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs) into 8 pieces, or use 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
  3. In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken pieces on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Transfer browned chicken to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to your spice preference).
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  8. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken in the baking dish.
  9. Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is thickened and caramelized. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

161g

Fat

49g

Carbs

13g

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