Wine Pairings with Chicken

Chicken is one of the most versatile foods to pair with wine — precisely because the meat itself is neutral. It takes on the flavour of how it's cooked, which means the sauce, seasoning, and cooking method do most of the work. The golden rule: forget the protein and focus on what surrounds it.

Is the dish creamy, spiced, acidic, or herby? Answer that, and the best wine with chicken becomes obvious.

Best wine with chicken by dish:

• Roast chicken with herbs: Pinot Noir or a lighter red — enough structure to complement the meat without drowning the delicate flavours. A classic wine for roast chicken.
• Chicken Kiev: Chardonnay — body and subtle oak match the richness of garlic butter beautifully.
• Grilled chicken salad: Sauvignon Blanc — zesty acidity mirrors the dressing and lifts lighter flavours.
• Chicken tikka masala: Off-dry Riesling — slight sweetness tames the heat, acidity cuts through the cream. One of the best white wines with chicken in a spiced sauce.
• Chicken in tomato sauce: Chianti — matches the acidity of the tomatoes and adds savoury depth.
• Peri-peri or spiced chicken: Albaríno or Verdicchio — handles heat, brings out the char, and keeps things refreshing.

Every bottle below pairs well with chicken in one form or another. Filter by style or scroll to find your match.