Description
Indulge in the heartwarming comfort of Chicken Congee, a creamy rice porridge that blends tender chicken and aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly mornings or when you need a little self-care, this dish is not only soothing but also easy to prepare. Top it with fresh green onions and a dash of soy sauce for an irresistible treat that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 slices fresh ginger
- 2 green onions, sliced (for topping)
- Soy sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat a splash of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until golden brown.
- Add the diced chicken thighs and cook until no longer pink (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the rinsed jasmine rice and ginger slices; sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot's bottom. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Cover and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rice reaches your desired creamy texture.
- Remove ginger slices, season with salt or soy sauce to taste, and serve topped with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg