For this Honey Sesame Baked Chicken I baked it and continuously baste with a mixture of soy sauce, honey and sesame oil. The initial marinade makes it!
Line 13x9” baking dish or sheet pan with foil or use a baking stone. Lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
Marinade
In a small bowl whisk together a 1/4 cup of soy sauce, sherry, fresh ginger paste, brown sugar and Chinese Five Spice. Set aside.
Place chicken in a container that can be covered or a Ziploc bag with the marinade. Allow to marinate at least 1 hour or overnight.
Basting Sauce
In a small bowl whisk together the soy sauce, honey and both oils. Set aside.
Roasting
Arrange chicken in baking dish or on sheet pan and take a pastry brush and baste with honey mixture.
Place the chicken in the oven for 40 minutes, basting a couple of times during roasting (every 10 minutes, optional). The chicken will get sticky and tender. Remove them when golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
Serve topped with any left over glaze, or pan juices from baking pan, sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.