Chinese Barbecued Chicken Recipe

Name: Chinese Barbecued Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken (about 3-3 1/2 lbs.); 2 teaspoons salt; Marinade; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 slices fresh peeled ginger; 5 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons dry sherry; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon chili paste; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 whole chicken (about 3-3 1/2 lbs.)
2 teaspoons salt
Marinade
4 cloves garlic, peeled
2 slices fresh peeled ginger
5 tablespoons hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons rice wine or 3 tablespoons dry sherry
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili paste
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

1
Cut the chicken into quarters and rub each piece evenly with the salt.
2
Combine the rest of the ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree them.
3
Place the chicken in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over.
4
Squish around good so the marinade is evenly coating the chicken.
5
Set aside to marinate at least 1 hour at room temperature, or refrigerate overnight.
6
Preheat broiler, light a fire in an open gril or turn on your gas grill.
7
When your chosen cooking method is hot, place the chicken on the grill and cook, over indirect heat, for about 45 minutes turning occasionally, or until meat is no longer pink near the joints.
8
This is really good served with steamed jasmine rice and greens or stir-fried pea pods and mushrooms.

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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: 1 whole chicken (about 3-3 1/2 lbs.), 2 teaspoons salt, Marinade, 4 cloves garlic, peeled, and more.

Yes, 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.

Chinese Barbecued Chicken

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