Published Jun 27, 2024 Updated Sep 11, 2024
Delicious Chicken In Hoisin Sauce
Hoisin sauce is one of my favorite sauces in my kitchen pantry. When it comes to Chinese recipes, there are three sauces that are staples: soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce. While I like the savory notes of the first two, hoisin sauce brings a completely new flavor profile to a dish. It’s savory, sweet, and rich at the same time. I really love how adding a little bit of hoisin sauce provides a lot of depth to the overall taste of any dish like this Hoisin Shrimp with Broccoli and Hoisin Sriracha Chicken. That’s why I combined the juicy goodness of chicken drumsticks with the delicious flavor of hoisin sauce in one recipe. This glazed hoisin chicken recipe is something you can prepare and eat at any time of day. It just takes a little over 30 minutes and an oven!
Why You’ll Love Roasted Hoisin Chicken
Easy to make. It only takes a few minutes to prep the marinade. Once that’s done, simply pop the chicken in the oven and let it bake. Healthy. Unlike fried chicken, this baked hoisin chicken is a healthier option as it uses less oil and still retains its juicy, tender texture. Flavorful marinade. The combination of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil creates a deliciously sweet and savory flavor that will make you want to lick your plate clean.
Looking for more healthy Asian chicken recipes? Try making Ginger Garlic Baked Chicken and Honey Lemongrass Baked Chicken.
Ingredients
Chicken drumsticks – I use drumsticks because they are juicier and more flavorful than other cuts. You can also use boneless chicken thighs for this recipe, which will take less time to cook. Hoisin sauce – to be used for the marinade. It gives a unique sweet and savory flavor to the chicken. You can find it at most grocery stores or any Asian store. Soy sauce – balances out the sweetness of the hoisin sauce with its salty taste. Sesame oil – adds a nutty flavor and aroma to the marinade.
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How To Make Hoisin Chicken Drumsticks
Previously, I shared my Hoisin Chicken Recipe which uses chicken breast and vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and mushrooms. It’s a stir-fry dish that you can serve with rice or noodles for lunch or dinner. This baked chicken with hoisin sauce is a different yet equally delicious meal that highlights the bold flavors of hoisin sauce. Perfect when you don’t have a lot of time to cook! And you can easily make a big batch and store it for later. Here’s how to cook hoisin sauce chicken in the oven:
Helpful Tips for Home Cooks
I recommend marinating the chicken in the marinade for at least 30 minutes to allow all the flavors to seep into the meat before putting it in the oven. You can use other chicken parts for this recipe like thighs, breasts, or wings depending on what’s available. Just be mindful of the cooking time! Don’t throw away the remaining hoisin chicken marinade because you can simmer it to serve as an additional glaze for the dish.
What To Serve With Baked Hoisin Chicken
Serve hoisin chicken with a bowl of steamed rice and garlic bok choy, parmesan broccoli, or Napa cabbage stir fry for a hearty meal. For an easy and wholesome meal, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please share your photo in the Comments section and consider giving it a 5-star rating. I can’t wait to see your creations! Want more easy and delicious recipes? Subscribe to my newsletter and follow me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
Other Recipes With Hoisin Sauce
Hoisin Chicken Hoisin Shrimp with Broccoli Hoisin Sriracha Chicken
