Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee
Silky rice porridge simmered in plain water with ginger and lean chicken. Cozy, gentle, and low-sodium.
Ingredients
- 150 g White rice
- 300 g Chicken breast
- 25 g Ginger
- 3 Scallions
- 1 tsp Toasted sesame oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp White pepper (optional)
Method
- Rinse the rice, then simmer with plenty of water and half the sliced ginger, stirring occasionally, until broken down and creamy, 40 minutes.
- Slice the chicken thinly and the scallions.
- Stir the chicken into the hot congee with the salt and poach until just cooked, 4 minutes.
- Finish with the scallions, white pepper, and a few drops of sesame oil.
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About Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee
Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee is a Chinese lunch or dinner that comes together in about 50 minutes and serves 4.
Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee?
A serving has about 241 calories — 18.5g protein, 33g carbs, 3.7g fat, 1.3g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
Do I need every ingredient to make Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out white pepper — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Ginger-Scallion Chicken Congee make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.