Description
Experience the comforting flavors of Hainanese Chicken Rice, a beloved dish that features succulent poached chicken served with aromatic jasmine rice and zesty dipping sauce. This recipe is not just a meal; it’s a culinary journey that captures the essence of vibrant street food culture. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, each bite will transport you back to those cherished moments, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 slices fresh ginger
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp chili sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken thighs under cold water, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Add ginger and garlic slices, then carefully lower in the chicken thighs. Simmer for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot but reserve the broth. In another pot, toast jasmine rice in sesame oil until fragrant. Add 2 cups of reserved broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until fluffy.
- For the dipping sauce, mix soy sauce and chili sauce in a small bowl.
- Slice the chicken and serve over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg