High Protein Hainan Chicken Rice
Elevate your meal-prep game with this High Protein Hainan Chicken Rice recipe, a deliciously nutritious twist on the classic Singaporean comfort dish. Crafted with tender poached chicken breast, aromatic jasmine rice cooked in flavorful chicken stock, and a zesty ginger-scallion sauce, this recipe is perfect for fueling your day with wholesome ingredients. The key to its rich flavor lies in toasting the rice with garlic and ginger before simmering it to fluffy perfection. Garnished with crisp cucumber slices and fresh cilantro, this balanced dish is not only high in protein but also bursting with vibrant, clean flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or more mindful eating, it’s a healthier take on traditional Hainanese chicken rice without compromising on taste or authenticity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (approximately 800 g) Chicken breast, skinless
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 100 grams Ginger
- 4 stalks Scallions
- 6 cloves Garlic
- 2 cups White rice, jasmine
- 4 cups Chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 whole Cucumber
- 1 bunch Cilantro
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken. Rinse the chicken breasts thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large pot, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
While the chicken is cooking, wash and peel the ginger. Slice half of it into thin slices and finely mince the remainder.
Chop 2 scallions into large sections and reserve the rest for garnish.
When the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and let it cool. Strain the stock, reserving the broth for later use.
Meanwhile, wash the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium heat. Add 4 sliced garlic cloves and thin slices of ginger, stirring until fragrant.
Add the rice to the skillet, stir to coat in oil, and toast for 3-4 minutes.
Add 2 cups of chicken stock to the skillet. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked and fluffy.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the ginger-scallion sauce. Finely mince the remaining 2 scallions and combine with minced ginger.
Heat the other tablespoon of sesame oil in a small pan. Pour hot oil over the ginger-scallion mixture. Add soy sauce and remaining salt and stir to combine.
Slice the cooled chicken breasts and arrange them on a serving platter.
Slice the cucumber and chop the cilantro, setting them aside for garnish.
Serve each plate with rice, sliced chicken, slices of cucumber, cilantro garnish, and a drizzle of ginger-scallion sauce over the top.
Enjoy your high protein version of Hainan Chicken Rice with family and friends!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.6 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.6 g | 183% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2805 mg | 935% | |
| Sodium | 9371 mg | 407% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.8 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1067.0 g | 2134% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 677 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 40.0 mg | 222% | |
| Potassium | 9904 mg | 211% | |
*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.
