1. Chicken casserole is a crossbreed of Chongqing roast chicken and foreign Chongqing dry pot chicken. Known for its smooth aroma, penetrating flavor, novel form, and flavors that can be adjusted according to local needs, it is divided into three aroma types: mildly spicy, moderately spicy, and heavily spicy. Roast chicken is a specialty of Chongqing and Sichuan. The reason why it is called roasted chicken instead of roasted rooster is that rooster is called cock in Chongqing dialect. Strong aroma type is smooth and tender, with penetrating flavor, characterized by spicy and fresh aroma, mellow taste, spicy flavor penetrates into the chicken pieces, leaving a long aftertaste after eating, and the taste can be adjusted according to local needs, divided into light, medium and heavy spicy aroma type.
2. Because the main dish of Chongqing Chicken Casserole is chicken, which is usually made from the latest farmed young roosters, the chicken inside tastes fresh and crisp. Side dishes usually include potatoes, enoki mushrooms, bok choy and mushrooms. , combined with a variety of unique spices produced in the mountainous areas of Sichuan and Chongqing, can produce a unique flavor that is perfectly in line with the tastes of Sichuan and Chongqing people, and is the reason why so many people like to eat Chongqing Chicken Casserole. The reason why it is called Roasted Chicken instead of Roasted Rooster is because rooster is called cock in Chongqing dialect. Chicken casserole combines the essence of hot pot's blooming business, which is never tiresome to eat and at the same time brings more and more richness to people.
3. Ingredients: rooster, bean paste, homemade Bazan sea pepper, cardamom, cinnamon, grasshopper, star anise, peppercorns, oil, chicken essence, pepper, cooking wine, ginger, garlic, green onion and stock. Choose a rooster with a growth period of 150-200 days; wash the chicken and chop it into one-inch pieces; heat oil in a pot, add the spices, bean paste, Bazan sea pepper and stir-fry them, and finally put in the broth to boil; pour the chicken pieces and boiled broth into a pressure cooker and simmer for 18-30 minutes. Judge the growth time of the chicken based on the distance between the rooster and the chicken. When the distance between the chickens is large, the chickens are old, and when the distance between the chickens is small, the meat is tender (the distance between the chickens is the toe-shaped part of the chicken that protrudes from the back of the claws).
4. We choose chickens that are 150-200 days old, the meat is glutinous and has a chewy texture. Chicken casserole is a specialty snack, said to be a variant of "Chongqing roast chicken". It is researched by professionals. The selection of ingredients is exquisite and meticulous, and the chicken is tender and flavorful, making it a favorite of many spicy consumers. Seasoning packets are now available on the market. When making it at home, you can choose ready-made seasonings, making what was originally a hassle simple and quick. According to the instructions on the package, the chicken is marinated, stewed and served with your favorite vegetables. It's so convenient and delicious.