Description
A heartwarming roast chicken recipe that combines tender poultry with a savory soy marinade infused with garlic, ginger, and five-spice powder.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (3–4 pounds)
- 1/2 cup dark soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon five-spice powder
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 scallions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, five-spice powder, honey, and sesame oil.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a resealable bag or bowl, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight.
- Preheat the Oven: When ready, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and let the chicken sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Roast the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan, breast side up, and pour the remaining marinade over it. Roast for about 1 hour, basting occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let It Rest: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before carving.
- Serve: Carve the chicken and serve it on a platter, garnished with sliced scallions and fresh herbs, alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
Allow your chicken to reach room temperature before roasting for even cooking. Don’t skip basting for a crispy skin and use a quality meat thermometer to check doneness.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: roast chicken, Chinese recipe, family meal, Shandong chicken