Drunken Chicken (醉鸡)

醉鸡 (Drunken Chicken) is a traditional dish from Haipai Cuisine, known for its tender and flavorful chicken infused with the aroma of Shaoxing wine.

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Drunken Chicken (醉鸡)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, about 3 lbs
  • 1 cup Shaoxing wine
  • 2 inches ginger, sliced
  • 3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp Sichuan peppercorns

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add the chicken, ginger, and green onions to the pot. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken and place it in a large bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, remove the skin and bones, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, sugar, salt, and Sichuan peppercorns. Pour the mixture over the chicken and let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Transfer the drunken chicken to a serving plate and garnish with additional green onions, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Large pot Bowl

Tools

Knife Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the 醉鸡 (Drunken Chicken) with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For best results, use high-quality Shaoxing wine for a rich and authentic flavor.

Cost

$15