Clay Pot Chicken Rice – Without the Clay Pot!
Description
๐ This delightful recipe is a simplified version of the classic Clay Pot Chicken Rice, thought to be inspired by traditional Chinese cuisine. While the origins might be a bit hazy, the flavors are crystal clear and delicious! With a blend of aromatic spices and tender chicken, this dish is a breeze to make, perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave something comforting and flavorful. Forget about the clay pot – we’re using a rice cooker for ultimate convenience! Just dump the ingredients, hit the switch, and in no time, you’ll have a mouthwatering meal ready to enjoy.
Recipe Information
- Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Chicken, Pork, Poultry, Rice, Meat, Chinese, Asian, < 30 Mins
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 369 per serving
- Total Time: 20 minutes (Prep: 5 minutes, Cook: 15 minutes)
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 onions
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 4 ounces boneless skinless chicken
- 10 shallots
- 1 tablespoon white pepper
- 2 scallions
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Start by washing the long grain rice thoroughly, ensuring it’s clean and ready for cooking. Chop the garlic cloves finely and dice the onions. |
| 2 | In a rice cooker pot, combine the washed rice with the chopped garlic, diced onions, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, and white pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the rice. |
| 3 | Add the boneless skinless chicken to the rice cooker pot, ensuring it’s evenly distributed among the rice mixture. This will allow the chicken to cook alongside the rice, infusing it with delicious flavors. |
| 4 | Pour in the water, ensuring that all the rice and chicken are submerged. This will ensure proper cooking and prevent the rice from drying out. |
| 5 | Close the lid of the rice cooker and set it to cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions for cooking rice. Typically, this will take about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through. |
| 6 | While the rice and chicken are cooking, thinly slice the shallots and chop the scallions for garnish. |
| 7 | Once the rice cooker switches to the warm setting or indicates that the cooking cycle is complete, carefully open the lid. Fluff the rice with a fork to ensure it’s light and fluffy. |
| 8 | Garnish the cooked rice and chicken with the sliced shallots and chopped scallions, adding a vibrant burst of flavor and freshness to the dish. |
| 9 | For an extra touch of flavor, drizzle a little more dark soy sauce over the dish before serving, if desired. This will add a rich, savory element that complements the other ingredients perfectly. |
| 10 | Serve the Clay Pot Chicken Rice directly from the rice cooker, allowing everyone to dig in and enjoy the delightful flavors and textures. |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 369
- Fat Content: 0.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1003.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 80.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 0.8g
- Protein Content: 8.4g
This Clay Pot Chicken Rice recipe offers a harmonious blend of aromatic spices, tender chicken, and fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned chef, you’ll appreciate the simplicity and deliciousness of this dish. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the rice cooker, and get ready to enjoy a taste of culinary delight without the hassle of traditional clay pot cooking! ๐ฒ
