– 1 whole chicken, weighing approximately 2.6-3.3 lbs.
– 1 ounce of dried shiitake mushrooms.
– 1 large knob of ginger.
– 1 bunch of scallions.
– 1 leek.
Sauce ingredients:
– 2 tbsp white wine – 2 tbsp soy sauce – 2 tbsp oyster sauce – 3-4 tbsp fish sauce – 4 tbsp MSG (optional) – 2 tbsp soybean paste – A pinch of salt.

Method:
Step 1: Prepare the ingredients
Rinse the chicken and pay extra attention to the cavity and neck. For a neater presentation, tuck the legs into the body before grilling.
Soak the shiitake mushrooms in warm water for about 15-20 minutes to soften them, then rinse and drain.
Wash the scallions and leek, then cut them into sections. Slice the ginger thinly.
Step 2: Make the marinade
In a large bowl, combine the white wine, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, MSG, soybean paste, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
Step 3: Marinate the chicken
Place the chicken in a clean container. Stuff a few slices of ginger into the chicken’s cavity.
Coat the chicken generously with the marinade, both inside and out. Gently massage the chicken to ensure the flavors penetrate the meat.
Stuff the cavity with shiitake mushrooms and scallions, then drizzle about 2 tablespoons of the marinade inside.
For best results, let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Step 4: Grill the chicken using a rice cooker
Clean and dry the rice cooker. Line the bottom with sliced leek, scallions, and ginger to infuse flavor and prevent the chicken from sticking.
Place the chicken in the rice cooker and pour the remaining marinade over it. Close the lid and turn on the “cook” mode.
The grilling process should take about 60 minutes. If the rice cooker automatically switches to “keep warm” mode before the time is up, simply turn it back to “cook” mode to ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked.
Serving suggestion:
Once the chicken is cooked, you can carve it into smaller pieces or pull it apart at the table. The chicken will be fragrant, moist, and packed with flavor, making it ideal for family meals or cozy weekend gatherings.
Enjoy!
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