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Chicken and Ginger Congee
A soothing Chinese rice porridge simmered until silky, loaded with tender poached chicken and plenty of fresh ginger. A warming, protein-packed breakfast finished with spring onion, soy and a drizzle of sesame oil.
Serves 4Prep 15 minCook 75 minBreakfastChicken
Containsgluten · soy · sesame
Protein 29%Carbs 29%Fat 42%
About 571 kcal a serve — 41 g protein, 41 g carbs, 27 g fat. Each segment is that macro's share of the calories, within about 10%.
Ingredients
Serves 4
Method
Rinse the rice
prepRinse the jasmine rice in a sieve under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well.
In the sieveprep →
rinsed and drained
Start the congee base
cookAdd the drained rice, water, sliced ginger and crushed garlic to a large heavy pot. Bring to the boil over high heat.
In the potcook →
bring to the boil
Add the chicken
cookLower the whole chicken thighs into the boiling pot. Return to a gentle boil, then reduce to a low simmer.
In the potcook →
submerge chicken
Simmer
cookSimmer uncovered, stirring every 10 minutes so the rice doesn't stick, for about 40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Shred the chicken
prepLift out the chicken thighs and set aside to cool slightly, then shred into bite-sized pieces with two forks. Discard the used ginger slices and garlic if you like.
On the boardprep →
shred
Break down the rice
cookKeep simmering the porridge for another 25-30 minutes, stirring often, until the rice has broken down into a thick, creamy congee. Add a splash more water if it gets too thick.
Return chicken and season
cookStir the shredded chicken and the salt back into the congee and warm through for a couple of minutes.
In the potcook →
warm through
Serve
serveLadle into bowls and top with julienned ginger, spring onions, a drizzle of soy sauce and sesame oil, and a pinch of white pepper.
In the bowlserve →
garnish and serve
Cook's noteCongee thickens as it stands — loosen with hot water when reheating. For extra richness use chicken stock in place of some of the water.
Estimated per serve
571 kcal · 41 g protein · 41 g carbs · 27 g fatestimates, within ~10%
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