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Peking Style Chicken

Savory Peking Style Chicken That Feels Like Takeout at Home

Experience the deliciousness of Peking Style Chicken, a hassle-free recipe that brings takeout flavors right to your home.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce substitute gluten-free tamari if needed
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce essential for authentic taste
  • 1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger dried ginger can be used, but fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Five Spice Powder mix of cinnamon and star anise can serve as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Honey maple syrup works for a vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Packed Dark Brown Sugar light brown sugar may subtly change the flavor
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil for cooking the chicken
  • 1 whole Chicken (3.5-4 lbs) ensure it's fresh or fully thawed
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas can swap for rice or lettuce wraps
  • 1 medium English Cucumber offers fresh crunch
  • 2 pieces Scallions use any leftover whites in other meals

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Oven
  • Plastic wrap
  • resealable bag

Method
 

Main Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by patting the whole chicken dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine low-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, freshly grated ginger, five spice powder, honey, and packed dark brown sugar.
  3. Ensure the chicken is well-coated with the marinade, using your hands for thorough coverage.
  4. Wrap the marinated chicken in plastic wrap or place it in a resealable bag, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or ideally overnight.
  5. Heat canola oil over medium heat in a large pot until shimmering and carefully place the marinated chicken.
  6. Sear it for approximately 8-10 minutes until golden-brown.
  7. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and transfer the pot into the oven.
  8. Bake for about 1 hour, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  9. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve it wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with fresh cucumber and scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is gluten-free if using gluten-free soy sauce. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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