Description
A comforting and soothing rice porridge simmered slowly with tender chicken and fresh ginger, perfect for a warming breakfast or light meal that offers gentle flavors and hearty nourishment.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breast
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, sliced
- Salt, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame oil
- Soy sauce
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and ensure a smooth congee texture.
- Combine ingredients in pot: Add the rinsed rice, 8 cups of chicken broth, 1 lb of chicken thighs or breast, and 2 tablespoons of sliced fresh ginger into a large pot.
- Simmer the congee: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 1 to 1½ hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to help the rice break down into a creamy porridge consistency.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken pieces from the pot and shred them finely using forks or your hands. Return the shredded chicken back to the pot and stir well.
- Season and serve: Taste and season the congee with salt as desired. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and optionally drizzled with sesame oil or soy sauce for added flavor.
Notes
- Add more water or chicken broth if you prefer a thinner or thicker consistency.
- Garnish with sesame oil or soy sauce to enhance flavor as desired.
- For extra nutrition, add chopped vegetables or herbs during simmering.
- Leftover congee can be refrigerated and reheated gently with a bit of water to loosen the texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
