Description
A traditional family recipe for roast chicken that celebrates the flavors of Shandong cuisine, featuring a rich marinade of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for a succulent and crispy result.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole free-range chicken
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice wine
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 4–5 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon five-spice powder
- Scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Clean the chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine, ginger, garlic, and five-spice powder. Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken on a roasting rack in a baking tray and roast for approximately 1.5 hours, basting every 30 minutes.
- Ensure the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), then let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Serve garnished with scallions and paired with rice or stir-fry.
Notes
Ensure to marinate the chicken overnight for better flavor, and keep the skin dry before roasting for maximum crispiness.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: roast chicken, Shandong cuisine, family recipe, savory chicken, Chinese recipes