Fabulous Five Spice Chicken

Name: Fabulous Five Spice Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 95 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons sherry; 2 shallots; 6 cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons Chinese five-spice powder; 1 serrano pepper; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 0.5 teaspoon ground anise seed; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 2 pounds bone-in chicken parts

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This dish is great on the BBQ or cooked in the broiler at home. The secret is the fresh ginger, star anise, and a touch of sherry.

Recipe by Nikki2312

Updated on August 8, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 35 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons sherry
2 shallots
6 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons fresh ginger
2 tablespoons Chinese five-spice powder
1 serrano pepper
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground anise seed
½ teaspoon salt
2 pounds bone-in chicken parts

Directions

In a blender or food processor, blend the soy sauce, oil, sherry, shallots, garlic, ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, serrano pepper, brown sugar, anise, and salt until smooth. Place the chicken in a large bowl. Pour the blended mixture over the chicken, cover, and marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Preheat grill for high heat.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade. Place chicken on the grill, and cook 10 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.

Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

546	Calories
34g	Fat
18g	Carbs
40g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 546
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g	44%
Saturated Fat 8g	41%
Cholesterol 141mg	47%
Sodium 1146mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 18g	7%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 40g
Vitamin C 4mg	22%
Calcium 80mg	6%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 499mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.