Description
Chicken Congee is a heartwarming rice porridge brimming with tender chicken and aromatic spices. This comforting dish evokes nostalgia while offering a creamy texture that soothes the soul, making it perfect for chilly days or when you need a little extra warmth. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, Chicken Congee is not just a meal; it’s a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 300g)
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 boiled eggs
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Combine the rinsed rice and chicken broth in a large pot; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat; add chicken thighs and ginger slices. Simmer for about 25 minutes until the chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces; return to the pot.
- Stir in minced garlic and season with salt to taste. Simmer for an additional few minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and half a boiled egg in each bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Soaking the rice for about 30 minutes before cooking can enhance its creaminess. - Feel free to customize toppings such as soy sauce or sesame oil for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of water.