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Savory Rice Porridge (Congee) with Chicken and Ginger

A comforting and flavorful dairy-free rice porridge, perfect for a warm and satisfying breakfast. Infused with ginger and chicken, it's a gentle start to the day.

10m prep + 45m cook4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyContains sesameDAIRY-free
350 cal|30g protein|40g carbs|8g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken breast
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 2 stalks Green onions
  • 1 tsp Sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp White pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Rinse the rice under cold water.
  2. 2In a large pot, combine rice, chicken broth, and ginger.
  3. 3Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is very soft and the mixture has thickened.
  4. 4While the rice cooks, shred the chicken.
  5. 5Stir in the shredded chicken, soy sauce, salt, and white pepper.
  6. 6Simmer for another 5 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  7. 7Garnish with sliced green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil before serving.

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