Chicken Porridge Recipe

Name: Chicken Porridge
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: rice: 175g; chicken breast: 125g; chicken broth: 0g; ginger: 5g; garlic: 2g; salt: 2g; pepper: 0.5g; scallions/green onions: 8g; sesame oil or cooking oil: 10g

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The dish presented here is Chicken Porridge, also known as Congee, a comforting and nutritious meal often enjoyed for breakfast but suitable for any time of the day. Originating from Asia, this dish has been a staple across many cultures for generations, known for its soothing texture and ability to be easily digested. It's a simple yet fulfilling meal, consisting of rice slowly cooked in chicken broth until it breaks down into a porridge-like consistency, flavored with ginger and garlic, and enriched with tender chicken breast pieces. The dish is garnished with scallions and a drizzle of sesame oil or your preferred cooking oil for an added layer of flavor.

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🔥 Calories 400kcal
🍗 Protein 30g
🍚 Carbs 50g
🧈 Fat 12g

🥗 Ingredients:

rice (175g)
chicken breast (125g)
chicken broth (0g)
ginger (5g)
garlic (2g)
salt (2g)
pepper (0.5g)
scallions/green onions (8g)
sesame oil or cooking oil (10g)

🍳 How to cook (2 servings):

Cooking Time: 1 hourPreperation Time: 10 minutes

Preparing the Ingredients

1. Cook rice until it is soft and has a porridge-like consistency. 2. Boil the chicken breast until fully cooked, then shred it into small pieces. 3. Finely chop the ginger, garlic, and scallions.

Cooking the Porridge

1. In a large pot, combine the cooked rice with chicken broth and bring to a simmer over medium heat. 2. Add the shredded chicken, minced ginger, and garlic to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 3. Continue cooking on a low heat, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and the porridge has reached your desired consistency. 4. Drizzle with sesame oil or your preferred cooking oil and garnish with scallions just before serving.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This Chicken Porridge is a balanced meal, providing a good source of protein from the chicken breast, essential for muscle repair and growth, along with carbohydrates from the rice, which offer sustained energy. The ginger and garlic add not only flavor but also have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, contributing to overall health. Despite its rich texture and flavor, it remains low in fat, making it an excellent option for those monitoring their fat intake.