Broiled Gingered Chicken (Chinese New Year) Recipe

Name: Broiled Gingered Chicken (Chinese New Year)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 each chicken legs with thighs; 4 small garlic cloves; 4 ounces ginger fresh, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 1 large lemon grated peel; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly and gournd; 1/2 cup cilantro fresh; 1/4 cup lemon juice fresh; 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 4 teaspoon peanut oil; 1 x cilantro sprigs, garnish; 4 each limes wedges,garnish

Servings: persons

4 each chicken legs with thighs
4 small garlic cloves
4 ounces ginger fresh, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 large lemon grated peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly and gournd
1/2 cup cilantro fresh
1/4 cup lemon juice fresh
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
4 teaspoon peanut oil
1 x cilantro sprigs, garnish
4 each limes wedges,garnish

1
Use very sharp knife to score chicken skin diagonally, spacing cuts about 1/4 inch apart.
2
Arrange chicken in single layer, skin side up, in baking dish.
3
With machine running, drop garlic and ginger through feed tube of food processor; mince finely.
4
Mix in lemon peel, salt, and pepper.
5
Add cilantro and mince finely.
6
Blend in lemon juice and vinegar.
7
Add oil in thin stream through feed tube with machine running.
8
Rub mixture over both sides of chicken; set aside for 2 to 3 hours.
9
Grease broiler pan and position about 4 inches from heat source; preheat broiler.
10
Transfer the chicken to heated pan.
11
Broil until just tender, very juicy, and deep golden, or 10 to 15 minutes on each side.
12
Turn chicken skin side up for last 2 to 3 minutes and brush with any remaining ginger sauce.
13
Transfer chicken to a warm platter and let stand for 5 minutes.
14
Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime wedges.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 each chicken legs with thighs, 4 small garlic cloves, 4 ounces ginger fresh, cut into 1/4-inch slices, 1 large lemon grated peel, and more.

Yes, Broiled Gingered Chicken (Chinese New Year) 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!

Broiled Gingered Chicken (Chinese New Year)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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