Best 12 Drunken Chicken Recipes

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Drunken chicken is a classic Chinese dish that is believed to have originated in the city of Nanjing. It is made with chicken that is marinated in a mixture of rice wine, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and other spices, then steamed or braised until tender. The result is a flavorful and tender dish that is perfect for any occasion. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make drunken chicken recipe, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making this classic dish at home.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

DRUNKEN CHICKEN



Drunken Chicken image

Provided by Anne Willan

Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Marinate     Roast     Dinner     Prune     Apricot     Almond     Brandy     White Wine     Fall     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

a 4- to 5-pound (about 2 kg) roasting chicken
salt and pepper
4 tablespoons (60 g/2 oz) butter
1 cup (250 ml/8 fl oz) sweet white wine
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup (250 ml/8 fl oz) chicken stock
For the marinade
2 cups (500 ml/16 fl oz) dry white wine
1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) brandy
1 carrot, grated
1 onion, grated
2 bay leaves
2 to 3 sprigs thyme
2 to 3 sprigs marjoram or parsley
For the pilaf
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
1 cup (200 g/6 1/2 oz) pearl barley
2 cups (500 ml/16 fl oz) chicken stock, more if needed
1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) slivered almonds
1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) pitted prunes, chopped
1/4 cup (60 g/2 oz) dried apricots, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped marjoram or parsley

Steps:

  • 1. Wipe the chicken inside and out with paper towels. Combine all the marinade ingredients in a large heavy-duty plastic bag set over a bowl. Add the chicken and seal the bag with as little air as possible, leaving it in the bowl. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for a day, turning it from time to time; the bag ensures that all of the chicken is kept moist with marinade.
  • 2. To roast the chicken, heat the oven to 425°F (220°C/Gas 7). Take the chicken from the marinade, pat it dry with paper towels, and sprinkle it inside and out with salt and pepper. Discard the marinade. Truss the chicken, set it on its back in a roasting pan; cut the butter in slices and set them on the breast. Roast the chicken, basting often, until it sizzles and starts to brown, about 15 minutes. Turn the chicken onto one leg and continue roasting for another 15 minutes, basting often. Turn the bird onto the other leg and roast for 15 more minutes. And finally, turn it onto its back to finish cooking, allowing 50 minutes to 1 hour total cooking time. To test, lift the bird with a two-pronged fork and pour juice from the cavity; it should run clear, not pink.
  • 3. Meanwhile cook the pearl barley: melt the butter in a heavy pan, add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until it is soft but not brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the barley and sauté 2 to 3 minutes until the grains look transparent. Add the stock with salt and pepper, cover, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, and simmer until all the liquid is absorbed, 30 to 40 minutes. Taste, and if the barley is not tender, add more stock and continue simmering.
  • 4. Toast the almonds: Spread them on a baking sheet and brown them in the oven with the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully that they don't burn. Let them cool. When the barley is cooked, sprinkle the prunes, apricots, and almonds on top and leave, covered, to keep warm. The barley pilaf can be stored in the refrigerator up to 2 days and reheated on top of the stove just before serving.
  • 5. When the chicken is done, transfer it to a platter and cover it with foil to keep warm. Discard fat from the pan, leaving behind the cooking juices. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the sweet white wine and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to dissolve the juices. Add the stock and simmer again until the gravy is slightly thickened and reduced by half. Strain it into a saucepan, reheat it, taste, and adjust the seasoning.
  • 6. If necessary, reheat the barley pilaf. Add the marjoram or parsley; stir to mix all the ingredients and taste for seasoning. Discard trussing strings from the chicken and spoon the barley pilaf around it. Moisten it with a little gravy and serve the rest separately.
  • Quick fix:
  • Cut the chicken into 6 to 8 pieces, or use ready-prepared breasts or thighs (my recommendation). Marinate them for 1 to 2 hours. Drain and pat the pieces dry on paper towels, then coat them in seasoned flour. Melt the butter in a sauté pan or skillet and fry the chicken pieces until well browned on all sides. Cover the pan and roast in a 350°F (175°C/Gas 4) oven until the chicken pieces are very tender when pierced with a two-pronged fork, 20 to 30 minutes. Transfer them to a platter and keep warm. Discard excess fat from the pan and make the gravy as directed.

DRUNKEN CHICKEN



Drunken Chicken image

Categories     Chicken     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3 1/2-pound whole chicken
1 5-inch-long piece fresh ginger, sliced
7 green onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon plus 5 tablespoons salt
4 cups water
1 750-ml bottle of Chinese rice wine* or dry Sherry
3/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Bring large pot of water to boil. Add chicken, 6 ginger slices, 4 sliced green onions, and 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat; simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 45 minutes. Drain chicken; place in bowl of ice water to cool. Mix 4 cups water, 2 sliced green onions, 5 tablespoons salt, and remaining ginger slices in large bowl until salt dissolves. Drain chicken; add to saltwater brine. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, mix rice wine and sugar in medium bowl. Stir to dissolve sugar. Season marinade to taste with salt. Drain chicken. Cut into 8 pieces. Transfer chicken to shallow glass baking dish. Pour marinade over. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Let stand 15 minutes at room temperature. Transfer chicken to plates; discard marinade. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.
  • *Available at Asian markets.

BORRACHO CHICKEN ( DRUNKEN / BEER CAN CHICKEN )



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Make and share this Borracho Chicken ( Drunken / Beer Can Chicken ) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Renee Ferraz

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time P1DT15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole chicken, rinsed and excess fat removed
1 small onion
1 garlic clove
salt
pepper
jalapeno juice (from a jar or beer)

Steps:

  • Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper. Fill the can of beer with finely chopped onion and garlic and a generous amount of jalapeno juice. Put the beer can inside the chicken's cavity and prop the chicken on the grill. Cook over indirect heat for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours with the grill lid closed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.6, Fat 35.3, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 162.6, Sodium 151.8, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 38.3

MY DRUNKEN CHICKEN



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This is the best chicken I have ever had done on the grill. It is to die for chicken. So moist and tender and the flavor...oh my... Someone on Zaar asked for my recipe a while ago. But I am just getting to input my recipes now, was way too busy. So every day I am starting to add a few. But if you want a delicious grilled drunken chicken this is the recipe to use. This chicken MUST BE marinated overnight in its spices. This makes a world of difference trust me.

Provided by FrenchBunny

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 whole chickens (3-4 lbs each)
2 (12 ounce) cans beer (your brand choice)
2 ounces Jack Daniels Whiskey
2 tablespoons dried rosemary (chopped)
2 tablespoons dried thyme (chopped)
2 tablespoons garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
jack daniels barbecue sauce
4 aluminum foil, pie plates

Steps:

  • Wash your chickens inside and out with cold water and pat dry with paper towels.( I prefer Perdue chickens ).
  • Mix together the herbs, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Rub the chicken inside and out with this mixture. Cover and refridgerate overnight minimum This is a definate must --
  • GRILLING TIME:.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat.
  • Open cans of beer and take a sip or two but no more. Add one oz of Jack Daniels whiskey to each beer can ( you can take a sip of this too while your at it, but no more or chickens may not get cooked.
  • Put 2 foil pie plates together to make it a bit more sturdier. Place one beer can on the pie plate and place one chicken over the beer can so that the beer can is in the butt of the bird and the bird is standing up right. Tuck the wing tips under to keep them from burning or cover wings with aluminum foil. Repeat for the other chicken.
  • Carefully place the 2 chickens into the grill. Close the lid and grill for 60 to 70 minutes. Don't open too often you don't want to lose that nice heat. Baste with Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce 2 or 3 times during the last 20 minutes of grilling. You may have to loosely cover with aluminum foil if skin is getting too burned towards the end. I personally love the skin of this chicken when it is crispy but not burnt. Such flavor hiding in there. Chicken is cooked when it has reached an internal temp of 180°F.
  • Turn off the grill and remove the chickens. Very carefully now remove the chickens off the beer cans.Be very careful as there is probably still hot liquid inside the cans. We usually do it with 2 people, one holds down the can with mitts on of course and the other gently lifts off the chicken. Now carve and enjoy. Depends what you are serving with the chickens, serving portions can vary.

JOI GAI -- DRUNKEN CHICKEN



Joi Gai -- Drunken Chicken image

This is a traditional dish of Shanghai for which the city is quite famous. It is usually served as the first course of a banquet, but also makes a nice lunch or dinner entree for warm weather. Adapted from "The Chinese Way: Healthy Low-Fat Cooking From China's Regions."

Provided by FLKeysJen

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (1 lb) chicken breasts, with skin and bones intact (2 pounds)
6 cups cold water
2 scallions, trimmed and cut in half
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, cut into 3-inch pieces (leaves and stems)
2 small onions, cut in quarters
1 inch ginger, lightly smashed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
white pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place first seven ingredients in a large pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower heat to simmer, leave lid partially open, and simmer for 20 minutes. (Halfway through, at 10 minutes, turn chicken over.) Turn heat off, cover pot again and allow chicken to rest in liquid for 15 more minutes.
  • Combine the wine sauce ingredients with 1/4 cup poaching liquid from the previous step. Reserve.
  • Remove chicken from pot and allow to cool. Remove skin and bones and slice into 1 x 2-inch pieces. Place in a serving dish. Stir wine sauce and pour over chicken. Allow chicken to marinate for one hour, refrigerated, covered with plastic wrap. Serve cool.

DRUNKEN CHICKEN



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I picked up the McCormick Cookbook for 50 cents in a thrift shop, mainly because this recipe, chicken breasts in a rich rum flavored cream sauce, caught my eye. It was a good move. The chicken was absolutely delicious. I had it on noodles, and thought it was perfect that way. But it would go with many things. I did not include the marinating time in the total cooking time, which is 30 minutes.

Provided by Charmed

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup light rum
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed
3/4 teaspoon Bon Appetit seasoning mix (see note)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breasts to 1/2" thickness and pierce several times with a fork; place in a single layer in a shallow glass dish and set aside.
  • Combine rum, nutmeg, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, bon appetit seasoning, crushed red pepper and ginger and mix well; pour over chicken and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, turning once.
  • Melt the butter over a medium heat in a skillet with a cover.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinate (but reserve the marinade) and saute in the butter until cooked through; when done, remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
  • Add the mushrooms to the pan and sautee until cooked.
  • Reduce the heat to low, add the marinade, and then gradually add the sour cream, stirring well, until the mixture is well-blended.
  • Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • You might want to check and stir it once or twice during the cooking time to keep it from separating.
  • Serve the sauce over the chicken.
  • Sprinkle with additional nutmeg if desired.
  • NOTES:.
  • If you don't have bon appetit seasoning, you can substitute a mixture of celery salt and onion powder in equal amounts.
  • If you would rather use celery seed and/or dried onion flakes, try to crush them up as much as possible, and add about 1/4 teaspoons of salt.
  • Also, if you find the sauce getting too thick, you can always thin it just a bit with a little milk or cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.4, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 402.8, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 30.7

DRUNKEN NOODLES WITH CHICKEN



Drunken Noodles with Chicken image

This easy and spicy Thai chicken dish is similar to the restaurant version of drunken noodles.

Provided by ruvyduv

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

14 ounces dried rice noodles
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
1 pound ground chicken
¼ cup fish sauce
⅛ cup light soy sauce
⅛ cup dark, mushroom-flavored soy sauce
⅛ cup molasses
2 green bell peppers, sliced
3 tomatoes, cut in wedges
½ cup chopped basil

Steps:

  • Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Set aside until noodles are softened, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and serrano chile and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken, fish sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and molasses. Cook until chicken is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Add bell peppers, tomatoes, and cooked noodles; toss until mixed with the sauce and warmed through, about 5 minutes more. Reserve about 1 tablespoon basil; add the rest to the skillet and mix in. Garnish individual servings with reserved basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 67.8 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1507.7 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

TEA-SOAKED DRUNKEN CHICKEN WITH CILANTRO-SCALLION OIL



Tea-Soaked Drunken Chicken With Cilantro-Scallion Oil image

Made from fermented glutinous brown rice, Shaoxing wine is what gives this dish its slightly sweet flavor and nutty fragrance. The dish relies heavily on the wine's aroma and flavor, so if you can't find it, substitute with a good quality dry sherry (a Manzanilla variety will work well). Here, the chicken is poached instead of simmered, guaranteeing a moist bird that soaks in the flavor of its cooking liquid. But if it's a more intense flavor you're looking for, allow the chicken to chill in the poaching liquid overnight.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups short-grain brown rice
2 cups Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
5 unflavored black tea bags (such as English breakfast)
3 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
3 tablespoons turbinado sugar
1 (5-inch) piece ginger, scrubbed and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1/2 pound each)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro, leaves and tender stems
1/2 cup coarsely chopped scallions
1/2 cup safflower or other neutral oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
Black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rice and 2 1/4 cups water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer gently over low heat until all of the liquid is absorbed, 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • As rice cooks, combine wine, tea bags, salt, sugar, ginger, peppercorns and 2 cups of water in another medium saucepan, and mix well. Add chicken (make sure it is completely submerged) and bring to a boil. Cover, turn off the heat and let stand until cooked through, about 15 minutes (poaching time may vary by a few minutes if chicken breast is smaller or larger than 1/2 pound). Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for at least 5 minutes. Discard the poaching liquid.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cilantro, scallions, oil and lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Slice chicken and serve with brown rice and cilantro-scallion oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 932, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 57 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1147 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

DRUNKEN CHICKEN



Drunken Chicken image

This is a strange but wonderful recipe. Grill chicken with beer until the juices run clear!

Provided by The Freemans

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) whole chicken
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup Dijon-style prepared mustard
8 fluid ounces beer
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • Prepare an outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Rinse chicken and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Coat with mustard.
  • Pour half of beer out of can and refill with Italian style dressing. Place can on a disposable baking sheet. Set chicken on beer can (it acts as a stand), inserting can into cavity of the chicken.
  • Place baking sheet with beer and chicken on the preheated grill. Cover, and cook about 1 hour, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 724.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 204.3 mg, Fat 47.7 g, Protein 51 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1781.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

DRUNKEN CHICKEN WINGS



DRUNKEN CHICKEN WINGS image

This recipe was given to me by a gentleman friend that lives back East. He is always cooking up something or other, and this is one of my family's favorites.

Provided by Catherine Lim

Categories     Chicken

Time 10h

Number Of Ingredients 7

3-5 lb chicken wings (i use frozen ones)
1 c gin or vodka (i use vodka. you don't need the good stuff)
1 c soy sauce, low sodium
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp garlic crushed
1 large onion chopped
pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a 10" x 14" baking pan, spread chicken in an even layer. combine all ingredients and spread over chicken. Cover with aluminum foil and let the chicken get drunk for at least 2 hours (all day is better) turning the chicken every so often. I have the Tupperware marinating container and put the wings (frozen) in it with the sauce and leave it on the counter. It defrosts yet stays cool and is available to flip over every 45 minutes or so.
  • 2. Cook covered at 350* for 1 hour. Uncover and cook at 325* until chicken is golden brown and cooked through, I leave it about another hour to an hour 1/4. Turn chicken half way through cooking. Meat will fall off the bone.
  • 3. There is NEVER any leftovers at my house when I cook this. I saved this to post so that I could put a picture, but by the time it hit the table everyone dug in! Sorry!

DRUNKEN CHICKEN



Drunken Chicken image

Make and share this Drunken Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by troyh

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 whole chicken
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 slices ginger (quarter-sized slices)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 scallions, chopped
2 cups whiskey
sesame oil

Steps:

  • Put chicken in a medium-size pot, large enough to hold it and have it submerged in the cooking liquids.
  • Add chicken broth, ginger, soy sauce, scallions and whiskey and bring it to a simmer.
  • Simmer, covered for 45 minutes.
  • Then turn off the heat and leave the lid on the pot--do not remove cover.
  • Allow chicken to sit for another 30 minutes or so.
  • Then remove chicken, rub lightly with sesame oil and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1042.9, Fat 54.4, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 243.8, Sodium 551.7, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.7, Protein 62.7

DRUNKEN CHICKEN SALAD



Drunken Chicken Salad image

Provided by Kitchen Crew

Categories     Salads

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken breasts, boned and cooked
1 c sherry
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp sugar
1 head red leaf letuce
1/2 c cilantro, leaves optional
3 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted golden
4 scallions, with green, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Cut cooked chicken breasts in half.
  • 2. Put in large bowl with wine, salt and sugar. Toss, cover and marinate for 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  • 3. Next day drain off marinade.
  • 4. Arrange lettuce leaves on serving platter; place chicken pieces in the center.
  • 5. Sprinkle with sesame seed, cilantro leaves and scallions.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: A whole chicken is traditional, but you can also use chicken breasts or thighs. If using a whole chicken, remove the giblets and rinse the chicken inside and out.
  • Use a good quality Shaoxing wine: This is a key ingredient in drunken chicken, so don't skimp. Look for a Shaoxing wine that is at least 10 years old.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken over low heat: This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • Serve the chicken with a dipping sauce: This is a great way to add extra flavor to the chicken.

Conclusion:

Drunken chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its tender meat and flavorful sauce, it's sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give drunken chicken a try - you won't be disappointed!

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