Chicken Congee

Chicken Congee is a comforting and nourishing rice porridge, perfect for a warm lunch. Infused with ginger and topped with tender chicken, it's a high-protein dish that is both satisfying and revitalizing.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100 grams
• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Water - 1.5 liters
• Ginger - 10 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste
• Coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. In a large pot, add the rinsed rice, sliced ginger, minced garlic, and 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes until the rice breaks down and the congee reaches a creamy consistency.
4. While the congee is cooking, poach the chicken breast in a separate pot of simmering water for about 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the water, let cool slightly, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
5. Once the congee is ready, season it with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to taste.
6. Serve the congee in bowls, topped with shredded chicken, chopped spring onions, and garnish with coriander leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 1.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains ginger, which may help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

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