Best Chinese Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Name: Best Chinese Barbecued Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 pieces chicken, trimmed of excess fat; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons peanut oil; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

8 pieces chicken, trimmed of excess fat
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons peanut oil
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
Season the chicken on both sides with the salt and pepper.
2
Place in a ziplock bag with 1 Tbsp hoisin, 1 Tbsp vinegar, and 1 tsp soy sauce.
3
Rub to distribute the ingredients and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
4
Remove from fridge and let sit for 20 minutes before grilling.
5
In a small bowl mix together the sauce ingredients with a whisk or fork until smooth.
6
Clean the grill and preheat to medium high indirect, or medium direct.
7
Grill the chicken skin side down with the lid closed as much as possible for about 10 minutes Then turn and cook skin side up for about 10 minutes, still with lid down as much as possible.
8
Brush both sides with sauce and move positions as needed to even out the cooking for about 5 minutes.
9
If sauce remains, brush both sides again using all the sauce, turn over, and continue to cook for a final 5 minutes.
10
Remove when chicken is golden brown and juices run clear.

352

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 pieces chicken, trimmed of excess fat, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Best Chinese Barbecued Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Best Chinese Barbecued Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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