Baked Hoisin Chicken

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This baked hoisin chicken is a quick and easy dish anyone can make at home. Moist, juicy, and delicious, it is marinated in a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil before being roasted in the oven.

Moist and juicy Hoisin chicken drumsticks, ready to serve.
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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

Baked Hoisin Chicken marinated with Hoisin sauce on aluminum foil.
  • 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

This image shows the ingredients used for the Baked Hoisin Chicken Recipe.
  • 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.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.


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:

This image shows the Chicken Drumsticks being marinated.

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (207°C). Combine the chicken with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and pepper.

This image shows the Chicken Drumsticks being transferred over to a baking sheet.

Step 2: Transfer the chicken to a baking tray lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.

This image shows the Baked Hoisin Chicken fresh out of the oven.

Step 3: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the inside of the chicken is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Broil for 1-2 minutes to get a nice charred surface.

This image shows the Baked Hoisin Chicken ready to be served.

Step 4: Remove from oven and serve immediately.


Helpful Tips for Home Cooks

Hoisin-infused baked chicken drumsticks with golden-brown glaze on a baking sheet.
  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does hoisin taste like?

Hoisin sauce has a salty, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor. It is often used in Chinese cooking as a dipping sauce and glaze for meats.

Is hoisin sauce similar to teriyaki sauce?

These two sauces have similar flavor profiles, but hoisin sauce has a stronger umami flavor and a thicker consistency than teriyaki sauce.

Is hoisin sauce the same as soy sauce?

Both are made with fermented soybeans. But hoisin sauce has garlic, molasses, vinegar, and Chinese five spice in it, making it thicker and more complex compared to soy sauce.

Is hoisin sauce a hot sauce?

Hoisin sauce has a very mild level of heat. You can make it spicier by adding sriracha, gochujang, pepper, and chili paste/powder/flakes.

Can Worcestershire sauce replace hoisin sauce?

It’s not the best substitute as hoisin sauce has a distinct flavor profile. But in a pinch, you can a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, and Chinese five spice as a substitute for hoisin sauce.

What do you eat hoisin sauce with?

Hoisin sauce can be used as a dipping sauce for wontons and other dumplings, sauce for noodles and stir-fries, and glaze for meats (just like in this recipe).

How many calories per serving?

This roasted hoisin chicken recipe has only 351 calories per serving.

Hoisin chicken baked in the oven.

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.

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4.46 from 96 votes

Baked Hoisin Chicken

This baked hoisin chicken is a quick and easy dish anyone can make at home. Moist, juicy, and delicious, it is marinated in a flavorful blend of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil before being roasted in the oven.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 3 People
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Ingredients  

  • 1 1/2 lbs (750g) chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 3 heavy dashes ground white pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (207°C). Combine the chicken with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and pepper.
  • Transfer the chicken to a baking tray lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the inside of the chicken is thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. Broil for 1-2 minutes to get a nice charred surface.
  • Remove from oven and serve immediately.

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Notes

  • 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 3People, Calories: 351kcal, Carbohydrates: 5.1g, Protein: 51.3g, Fat: 12.4g, Saturated Fat: 3.1g, Cholesterol: 162mg, Sodium: 620mg, Fiber: 0.3g, Sugar: 3g

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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56 Comments

  1. John Lerno says:

    5 stars
    Looks so good i gotta try this out ๐Ÿ’ฏ can’t wait to try it thank you again John from Belgium.

    1. janellejtan@gmail.com says:

      Hi John, thanks for liking my recipe and for the 5 star rating!

  2. Marcia Williams says:

    We love spicy food and considering adding pepper flakes to this before making in the next few days. Will report back witht the results.

    1. Bee Yinn Low says:

      Sure you can!