Chicken Porridge
Warm, comforting, and nutritious, this Chicken Porridge recipe is the ultimate bowl of goodness. Made with tender shredded chicken breast, short-grain rice, and infused with the rich flavors of ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil, this dish is as soothing as it is satisfying. Perfect for chilly nights or when you're craving a hearty meal, this porridge is simmered to creamy perfection in a savory mix of chicken broth and water. Topped with fresh spring onions and a drizzle of sesame oil, every spoonful bursts with wholesome taste. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make recipe serves four and is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a warm pick-me-up anytime. Whether you're looking for comfort food or a nourishing dish, chicken porridge, also known as "congee" in some cultures, is a timeless favorite you'll love to have on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Chicken breast
- 1 cup Short-grain rice
- 8 cups Water
- 3 cups Chicken broth
- 2 slices Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Spring onions
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
Instructions
Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain the rice and set it aside.
In a large pot, combine the 8 cups of water and 3 cups of chicken broth. Add the slices of ginger and bring to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, add the rinsed rice to the pot, stir well, and reduce the heat to a simmer.
While the rice is cooking, place the chicken breast into a separate medium pot filled with water and bring it to a boil. Simmer the chicken for about 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked.
Remove the chicken breast from the water, let it cool slightly, and shred it using two forks.
Continue cooking the rice for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the porridge reaches your desired consistency.
Add the shredded chicken back into the porridge. Season with salt, white pepper, and soy sauce. Stir to combine.
Chop the spring onions finely and add them to the porridge just before serving.
Drizzle the sesame oil over the porridge for added flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Ladle the porridge into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your comforting chicken porridge!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 5636 mg | 245% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.1 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1330 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
