Best 2 Joi Gai Drunken Chicken Recipes

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"Joi gai drunken chicken" is a classic Chinese dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. This unique dish is made with chicken that is marinated in a mixture of Chinese rice wine, ginger, garlic, and other spices. The chicken is then steamed or poached until it is cooked through and tender. "Joi gai drunken chicken" is typically served with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. The combination of flavors in this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for "joi gai drunken chicken" and provide you with tips on how to make this delicious dish at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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



Drunken Chicken image

An easy to prepare poultry dish that is fancy enough for company and easy enough for family! You can substitute any poultry (turkey, duck, grouse, etc) for the chicken and it will be equally tasty! Enjoy!

Provided by Wrennie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
6 slices cheddar cheese or 6 slices American cheese
1 (6 ounce) box chicken stuffing mix
2 cups white wine

Steps:

  • Spray 9x13 baking dish (a cake pan is fine) with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Spread Cream of Mushroom soup on bottom of pan.
  • Place chicken breasts in single layer on top of soup.
  • Place a slice of cheese on each breast.
  • Next, place a scoop of Cream of Chicken soup on top of the cheese.
  • Mix Stove Top and wine in a bowl until stuffing is moistened.
  • Using your hand, gently press a scoop of the moistened stuffing onto each of the chicken breast.
  • Cover the pan with foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 60 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake another 15 minutes or until stuffing gets crisp on top.
  • Use a spatula to remove breasts from the baking dish onto plates.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.9, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 98.2, Sodium 1143.3, Carbohydrate 32.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 39.7

Tips:

  • Choose a whole chicken for a more flavorful and juicy dish.
  • Use a good quality Chinese rice wine for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the chicken, or it will become tough.
  • Serve the drunken chicken with steamed rice, noodles, or vegetables.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the drunken chicken, such as ginger, scallions, or mushrooms.

Conclusion:

Drunken chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the savory chicken and the sweet and tangy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. Give this recipe a try the next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken.

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