Introduction to Braised Chicken and Rice

Stewed Chicken and Rice is also called Spicy Chicken Claypot or Spicy Chicken Claypot Rice. It is a famous Shandong cuisine and originated from Tianqiao, Jinan, Shandong. The area’s traditional delicacies. It has a beautiful color and fragrance, a fresh and tender taste, a translucent taste that is not sticky, and a rich aroma.

Stewed chicken and rice is a historical and traditional food, originating from Jinan, Shandong. In the earliest days, the famous Shandong cuisine restaurant "Jilingyuan" in Jinan Prefecture, Shandong became very popular because of the gathering of famous chefs and the delicious dishes. Famous businessmen, wealthy businessmen, and dignitaries came here in droves, and together with "Huiquan Tower" and "Jufengde" at that time, it was known as the three famous stores in the provincial capital. Its signature dish "Braised Chicken with Herbs" was deeply loved by Han Fuju, the then Chairman of Shandong Province. He once rewarded him with 30 yuan of silver for this, and praised it: "This chicken is uniquely crafted and is of the highest quality. It should be regarded as a masterpiece." The ingredients must be carefully selected and must be fresh and tender chicken leg meat. Feeding is accurate, and all main ingredients used must be strictly weighed and put into the pot. The body of the pot must be particular about. It must be a casserole made in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, and metal utensils cannot be used. Be particular about cooking, the weight of chicken should not exceed 2 pounds each time, and the food ingredients must be properly proportioned. Pay attention to fire skills, and the cooking time for one time should not exceed 6 minutes to ensure that the meat is fresh and tender and the soup is thick and flavourful. The second time the soup is made, the meat aroma and taste are emphasized, and the old soup is also pure and beautiful. Before use, the rice is sifted and then shaken to ensure that there is absolutely no debris. If there is half a grain, all the grains are removed like jade. When eating, add a pickle or pickled vegetable or pickled pepper for a better taste. Pour it into rice and eat it together to further highlight the fragrance on your lips and teeth.