Crispy Skin Chicken

Crispy Skin Chicken is a delightful Chinese dish featuring succulent chicken thighs with perfectly crispy skin, marinated in a blend of aromatic spices and sauces. This healthy dinner option is both satisfying and packed with flavor, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 2 pieces (about 400g)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Honey - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon (2g)
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, five-spice powder, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
2. Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor.
3. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
4. Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
5. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off, and place skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
6. Flip the chicken over and drizzle sesame oil on top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
7. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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