Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 1
Chicken and Rice Congee is a warm and comforting Asian rice porridge that combines tender chicken with the subtle spice of ginger. This healthy dish is a perfect one-bowl meal—nourishing, high in protein, and easy to digest. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
- 90 grams of brown rice
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 chicken drumsticks
- ½ tbsp fresh ginger, sliced into strips
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the brown rice thoroughly under cold water, gently scrubbing to remove excess starch. Drain any milky water.
- In an Instant Pot or pressure cooker, combine rinsed rice, chicken drumsticks, ginger, and cold water. Do not add salt at this stage.
- Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 30 minutes.
- Allow the pot to release steam naturally. Open the lid carefully.
- If the congee appears too watery, press the Sauté button and cook until your desired thickness is reached.
- Season with salt. Use a fork to separate chicken meat from the bones and mix it back into the porridge.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 493
- Total Fats: 6 g
- Sodium: 248 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 74 g
- Proteins: 32 g
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Gut-Friendly: Easy to digest and nourishing—perfect when you're feeling under the weather.
- High Protein: Each bowl delivers 32g of protein to help fuel your body.
- Simple Ingredients: Just 5 ingredients and minimal prep.
- Instant Pot Friendly: Hands-off cooking for busy days.
Tips for Perfect Congee
- Use bone-in chicken for more flavor and added nutrients.
- Garnish with green onions, sesame oil, or a soft-boiled egg for an extra boost.
- Add a dash of soy sauce or coconut aminos for umami depth.