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Fijian Style Baked Marinated Chicken recipe

Fijian Style Baked Marinated Chicken Recipe

358kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 1 hour
Cook 30 minutes
Total 1 hour 30 minutes
A Fijian Style Baked Marinated Chicken recipe is a flavorful dish originating from Fiji. It involves marinating chicken pieces in a special blend of spices and herbs before baking.
Servings 8 People
Course Main Course
Cuisine Fijian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce reduced-salt
  • 1/2 cup sunflower oil
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp ginger pureed
  • 2 onion finely chopped
  • 2 oz sesame seeds
  • 2 lbs chicken breasts
  • 1 oz. butter

Equipment

  • Baking dish

Method

In a mixing bowl, combine:
  1. a. 1/2 cup reduced-salt soy sauce
  2. b. 1/2 cup sunflower oil
  3. c. 3 level tbsp brown sugar
  4. d. 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  5. e. 2 tsp ginger puree
  6. f. 2 red onions, finely chopped
Add the chicken to the mixture, ensuring it's well coated:
  1. a. Place 2 kg packs of chicken mini breast fillets into the marinade.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate:
  1. a. Use a lid or plastic wrap to cover the bowl.
  2. b. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the chicken to marinate.
Preheat the oven:
  1. a. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat.
Prepare a baking dish:
  1. a. Grease a baking dish with 1 oz. of butter.
Transfer the marinated chicken to the baking dish:
  1. a. Place the marinated chicken pieces evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the chicken:
  1. a. Evenly distribute 2 oz. of sesame seeds on top of the chicken.
Bake the chicken:
  1. a. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
  2. b. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sesame seeds turn golden brown.
Check for doneness:
  1. a. Ensure the chicken is fully cooked by checking that it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Serve the Fijian Style Baked Marinated Chicken:
  1. a. Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven.
  2. b. Let it cool slightly before serving to 8 people.

Nutrition

Calories358kcalCarbohydrates11gProtein27gFat23gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat3gMonounsaturated Fat14gTrans Fat0.1gCholesterol80mgSodium1050mgPotassium584mgFiber1gSugar6gVitamin A129IUVitamin C4mgCalcium95mgIron2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour for better flavor.
Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Use fresh ginger puree for the best taste.
Toast sesame seeds for added nuttiness before sprinkling.
Preheat the oven to the specified temperature for even cooking.
Check for doneness with a meat thermometer.
Let the baked chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

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