Oriental Plum-Glazed Chicken

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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This Oriental Plum-Glazed Chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The secret ingredient is canned baby plum puree, which provides a smooth, consistent texture and intense fruitiness without the hassle of chopping fresh fruit. Combined with soy sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of five-spice powder, the glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, coating the chicken in a glossy, rich finish. The chicken thighs remain juicy and tender while developing a slight crisp on the skin. It&# 226;€™s an effortless weeknight dinner that feels elegant enough for guests. Serve with steamed rice to soak up the delicious pan juices.

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Oriental Plum-Glazed Chicken

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 6.9

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This Oriental Plum-Glazed Chicken delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The secret ingredient is canned baby plum puree, which provides a smooth, consistent texture and intense fruitiness without the hassle of chopping fresh fruit. Combined with soy sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of five-spice powder, the glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, coating the chicken in a glossy, rich finish. The chicken thighs remain juicy and tender while developing a slight crisp on the skin. It&# 226;€™s an effortless weeknight dinner that feels elegant enough for guests. Serve with steamed rice to soak up the delicious pan juices.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the plum puree, dry white wine, soy sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, chopped green onions, and five-spice powder until smooth.
  3. Rinse the chicken legs and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Remove skin and excess fat if desired, though leaving skin on helps keep the meat moist.
  4. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a 10x15-inch baking pan.
  5. Brush half of the plum glaze over the chicken pieces.
  6. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven, turn the chicken pieces over, and brush with the remaining plum sauce.
  8. Return to oven and bake for 20-25 more minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
  9. Baste with pan juices during the last 10 minutes of cooking for a deeper glaze.
  10. While chicken finishes, skim excess fat from the pan juices. Add 1/4 cup water to the hot pan and stir over high heat on the stovetop just until boiling to deglaze.
  11. Transfer chicken to a platter, garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs, and serve with the pan sauce drizzled over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 6.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 1.5g
Protein 0.1g1%

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

Keywords: chicken, plum, glazed, chinese, oriental, baked, thighs, soy sauce, five spice, dinner, easy, weeknight, glaze, sweet, savory, family meal, baby food, recipe, roast, sauce
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