Best 5 Molasses Five Spice Roast Chicken Recipes

Discover the enticing flavors of roasted chicken marinated in a delectable blend of molasses and five-spice powder. Embark on a culinary journey that promises a tender, succulent, and aromatic dish that will tantalize your senses. With its harmonious balance of sweetness, warmth, and savory notes, this molasses five-spice roast chicken promises to elevate your meal to an unforgettable experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

FIVE-SPICE ROAST CHICKEN

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Provided by Maria Helm Sinskey

Categories Chicken Garlic Marinate Dinner Spice Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 garlic cloves, pressed
2 tablespoons coarse kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder*
1 cut-up chicken (8 pieces; about 3 1/2 pounds)
1 large onion, peeled, cut into 16 wedges

Steps:

Combine garlic, salt, olive oil, and Chinese five-spice powder in large bowl. Add chicken pieces; turn to coat. Cover and chill at least 1 hour or overnight. Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange onion wedges in 13x9x2-inch roasting pan.
Arrange chicken, skin side up, atop onions. Roast until chicken is cooked through, basting occasionally with pan juices, about 50 minutes. Remove chicken from oven and let rest 10 minutes. Arrange chicken and onions on platter and serve.

MOLASSES BAKED CHICKEN

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A molasses, vinegar, and mustard sauce adds a nice flavor to baked chicken.

Provided by Jane Baier Warren

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Arrange in the prepared baking dish.
In a bowl, mix the molasses, vinegar, and mustard.
Bake chicken 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Coat chicken with the molasses mixture. Continue baking 20 minutes, or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 30.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 608.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

FIVE-SPICE ROAST CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS

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In Hong Kong they love and are famed for their skill at rotisserie-style cooking, where whole ducks, chickens and pigs, with their entrails, are roasted to a golden or soy color. Many eateries display a range of cooked food in their window fronts to entice diners. Inspired by this style of cooking, my simple five-spice roasted drumsticks make a simple dinner.

Provided by Food Network

Categories main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon groundnut oil (peanut)
1 tablespoon Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry
2 teaspoons five-spice powder
2 1/4 pounds skin-on chicken drumsticks

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, honey, soy sauce, groundnut oil, rice wine, and five-spice powder. Add the drumsticks, and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Then, let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for as long as possible. Overnight is ideal, but 10 minutes is fine if you do not have enough time. When ready to cook, preheat an oven to 350 degrees F. Arrange the chicken drumsticks on a roasting pan, and roast for 30 minutes, or until their skins are golden.

AUTHENTIC CHINESE FIVE SPICE ROAST CHICKEN

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This is a recipe from my mother (who yes is Chinese). I loved this chicken as a kid and couldn't believe how simple this recipe is. This comes out so crispy and delicious. Prep time does not include time needed for the seasoning to set.

Provided by enigma256

Categories Whole Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 chicken, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

five-spice salt (recipe to follow)
4 lbs roasting chickens
1 -2 green onion, sliced
plum sauce

Steps:

To make five-spice salt: Combine 5 tablespoons salt with 1 tablespoon five-spice seasoning. Place five spice salt in a dry skillet. Cook & stir over low heat 3-4 minutes.
Rub salt mixture (1 teaspoon five spice salt per lb. of chicken) on inside and outside of chicken. Cover and refrigerate seasoned chicken for 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 500 F.
Insert green onions into chicken cavity.
Place chicken, breast side down, on a rack sprayed with nonstick cooking spray in a shallow roasting pan.
Roast chicken for 35 minutes. Turn chicken over and continue roasting another 20-25 minutes or until chicken tests done. (Chicken skin should be crisp).
Serve slices of chicken hot or chilled with plum sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 981.8, Fat 72, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 331.4, Sodium 309.3, Carbohydrate 0.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 77.9

FABULOUS FIVE SPICE CHICKEN

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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.

Provided by MACEO1

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 141.4 mg, Fat 34.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1146 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Tips:

Choose the right type of chicken: For this recipe, a whole chicken is ideal as it allows for even cooking and maximum flavor. You can also use chicken pieces, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Make sure the chicken is dry before roasting: This will help the skin crisp up and brown nicely.
Use a flavorful marinade or spice rub: The marinade or spice rub will help infuse the chicken with flavor and make it more succulent.
Roast the chicken at a high temperature: This will help create a crispy skin and juicy meat.
Let the chicken rest before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad are all great options.

Conclusion:

Molasses five-spice roast chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of molasses, five-spice powder, and soy sauce creates a flavorful and aromatic glaze that coats the chicken perfectly. The roasted vegetables add a delicious sweetness and crunch to the dish. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.