Fragrant Chicken Rice Congee Recipe

Asian cuisine · 630 calories

Fragrant Chicken Rice Congee recipe

About this recipe

Fragrant Chicken Rice Congee is the perfect way to kickstart your morning. This warming Asian breakfast combines tender chicken, creamy rice, and aromatic spices like ginger and garlic for a dish that's both satisfying and nutritious. Each spoonful is infused with the savory richness of sesame oil and the gentle heat of Shichimi Tougarashi, making it a uniquely flavorful meal. With 47g of protein and 168g of carbohydrates, this congee not only fuels your day but also comforts your soul. It's easy to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, and makes for a wholesome start to the day. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh coriander and spring onion greens, for a morning meal that's as nourishing as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 1 pack (1 kg) 921 Everyday Long Grain Rice
  • 500 g Haringhata Boneless Frozen Chicken Breast
  • loose Ginger
  • - MF GARLIC CLOVES 100GM
  • 300 G Assorted Chilli Pepper Sb Shichimi Tougarashi
  • 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
  • - White Pepper
  • 200 G Spring Onion(200Gm)
  • 1 ltr Anveshan Cold Pressed Black Sesame Oil
  • - Coriander Powder

Instructions

  1. 1. Rinse the rice thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. 2. In a large pot, add the washed rice and 1 liter of water, then bring it to a boil over medium heat.
  3. 3. While the rice is boiling, finely chop the ginger, garlic, and spring onions. Set aside the spring onion greens for garnish.
  4. 4. Add the chopped ginger and garlic to the pot, stirring well to infuse their flavors into the rice.
  5. 5. Cut the chicken breast into thin slices and add them to the simmering pot. Stir gently to combine.
  6. 6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. 7. Season the congee with salt, white pepper, and Shichimi Tougarashi for a flavorful, mildly spicy kick.
  8. 8. Once the congee reaches a creamy consistency, drizzle in the sesame oil and mix well.
  9. 9. Ladle the congee into serving bowls and top with chopped spring onion greens and fresh coriander.
  10. 10. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting breakfast with a spoon!