Hoisin Ginger Glazed Chicken

This sweet and salty chicken is a real crowd-pleaser. Make the glaze a day or two ahead and keep refrigerated. The chicken may also be cooked 1-2 days in advance through step #2. Just before serving, re-heat the chicken on the grill pan (or outdoor grill); glaze it in the final two minutes of cooking.

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place on a lightly oiled shallow baking sheet. Roast in the center of the oven 30 minutes, until a thermometer inserted into the thickest portion registers 175°F.
Meanwhile, make the glaze. Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the hoisin, soy sauce, sugar, and chili-garlic sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Add half the chicken and brush with some of the glaze; cook 1 minute. Turn the chicken, again brush with the glaze and cook 1 minute longer. Transfer chicken to a platter and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining chicken and glaze. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

4 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks
1/2 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp chili-garlic sauce

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