Barrel chicken
🇹🇼 A dish from Taiwan
Barrel Chicken, also known as Wongzi Chicken (甕仔雞), Wonggang Chicken (甕缸雞), Kiln-Roasted Chicken (窯烤雞), or Earthenware Chicken (甕窯雞), is a traditional Taiwanese roast chicken dish. The name derives from the cooking method, where a whole chicken is placed inside a metal barrel or clay kiln for roasting.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | whole chicken, salt, garlic, herbs, marinade |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | roasted whole inside a barrel or clay kiln |
| 👅Flavour & style | savory, smoky, juicy, crispy skin |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | shared main dish, popular street and roadside food |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Barrel chicken come from?
Barrel chicken is a dish that originated in Taiwan.
What is Barrel chicken?
Barrel Chicken, also known as Wongzi Chicken (甕仔雞), Wonggang Chicken (甕缸雞), Kiln-Roasted Chicken (窯烤雞), or Earthenware Chicken (甕窯雞), is a traditional Taiwanese roast chicken dish. The name derives from the cooking method, where a whole chicken is placed inside a metal barrel or clay kiln for roasting.