Peking Glazed Chicken Legs Recipe

Name: Peking Glazed Chicken Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken legs (with or without skin); Marinade; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; Basting Sauce; 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/3 cup ketchup; 1/3 cup hoisin sauce (store bought or see Hoisin Sauce Recipe)

Servings: persons

1
Wash and dry chicken legs. Place chicken legs in a non-metallic dish or resealable plastic bag. To make marinade, place marinade ingredients in a 2-cup measuring cup and stir until well combined. Pour marinade over chicken and cover or close bag. Marinate in refrigerator several hours or overnight.
2
To make basting sauce, place sauce ingredients in a 2-cup measuring cup and stir until well combined; set aside.
3
Preheat grill and lightly coat with oil or cooking spray. Drain chicken and discard marinade. Place chicken on prepared grill 4 to 6 inches from source of heat.
4
Cook 25 to 30 minutes, turning occasionally. Brush chicken with basting sauce and continue to grill an additional 10 to 15 minutes, basting and turning frequently until chicken is no longer pink inside. Watch closely to prevent over browning.

756

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs chicken legs (with or without skin), Marinade, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Peking Glazed Chicken Legs 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.

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Peking Glazed Chicken Legs

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Variations & substitutions

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