Drunken Chicken

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Drunken Chicken, a classic Chinese dish that seamlessly blends tender, bone-in chicken thighs with the deep, fragrant notes of Shaoxing wine. This recipe begins with juicy chicken blanched to perfection and simmered in a savory broth infused with ginger and scallions, then marinated overnight in a flavorful mix of wine, soy sauce, and a touch of sugar. The result is succulent, chilled chicken with a delicate yet intoxicating aroma—perfect as an appetizer or a refreshing summer dish. With just a bit of patience and simple ingredients like chicken broth and rock sugar, you can create this elegant, restaurant-quality masterpiece right at home. Serve it cold, garnished with fresh scallions or cilantro, for a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Keywords: Drunken Chicken Recipe, Chinese Chicken Appetizer, Shaoxing Wine Chicken, Cold Chicken Dish, Authentic Chinese Recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 Whole chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 inch piece Ginger
• 4 Scallions
• 1 cup Shaoxing wine
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Rock sugar or white sugar
• 8 cups Water (for blanching)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the chicken thighs and blanch for 2–3 minutes to remove impurities. Remove the chicken and rinse under cold water. Discard the blanching water.

Step 2

Peel the ginger and slice it thinly. Cut the scallions into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

In the same pot, combine the chicken thighs, ginger slices, scallion pieces, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 4

Remove the chicken thighs from the pot and let them cool. Strain the cooking liquid into a clean bowl and discard the ginger and scallions.

Step 5

Mix the strained cooking liquid with Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Place the chicken thighs in a deep container and pour the wine mixture over them. Ensure the chicken is fully submerged. If necessary, use a small plate to weigh it down.

Step 7

Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.

Step 8

To serve, remove the chicken from the liquid and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Arrange on a serving plate and optionally garnish with fresh scallions or cilantro. Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3842.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1528.9

Total Fat 93.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 6162.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 30.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 127.9g	0%

Vitamin D 78IU	0%
Calcium 199.5mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2513.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 8.2%