Chicken Congee
Chicken Congee is a heartwarming rice porridge that envelops you in comfort with each spoonful. This dish features tender chicken and fragrant ginger simmered to creamy perfection, making it an ideal meal for chilly days or when you’re feeling under the weather. With endless topping options, such as green onions and sesame oil, Chicken Congee is not just a dish but a nostalgic culinary experience that brings warmth to both body and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 boneless chicken thighs (about 250g)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 slices fresh ginger
- 2 green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, combine rinsed rice, chicken thighs, ginger slices, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- After cooking, remove ginger slices and shred the chicken into the congee.
- Adjust consistency with additional broth if needed and season to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation. Enhance flavor by adding toppings like mushrooms or soy sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat by adding a splash of water.