Q: Can I make chicken rice in a rice cooker?

A: Yes, simply sauté garlic and ginger separately, then add everything to the cooker.

Q: What type of rice works best?

A: Jasmine rice is ideal for fragrance, but basmati or long-grain rice also work.

Q: Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

A: Yes, but thighs stay juicier and more flavourful.

Q: Is chicken rice gluten-free?

A: Yes, if you use gluten-free soy sauce.

Q: Can I meal prep chicken rice?

A: Absolutely, it reheats well and can be stored for up to 3 days.

Arroz de frango perfumado com alho e gengibre

Fragrant One-Pot Chicken Rice with Garlic and Ginger

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Cuisine

Asian-Inspired

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Calories

460

Chicken rice is a classic dish that brings together the satisfying heartiness of rice with the savoury richness of chicken, garlic, and ginger.

Popular across many Asian cuisines, it’s known for being simple, wholesome, and deeply comforting. The chicken is seared to golden perfection before being simmered with rice and stock, infusing every grain with flavour.

This one-pot version saves time while delivering restaurant-quality taste. It’s ideal for weeknight dinners when you want something filling but not complicated. The garnish of spring onions and coriander adds freshness that balances the richness of the chicken.

Best of all, it’s endlessly customisable — you can add vegetables like bok choy, carrots, or peas to make it even more nourishing. A warm bowl of chicken rice feels like a hug in food form, making it a dish loved worldwide.

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Ingredients

2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed until water runs clear
4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on for flavour)
2 tablespoons sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
4 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white pepper
2 spring onions, sliced (for garnish)
Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)

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Directions

Rinse rice until water runs clear and drain well.
In a heavy pot, heat sesame oil. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
Stir in rice, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix to coat grains with flavour.
Pour in chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20–25 minutes until rice is fluffy and chicken is cooked through.
Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
Fluff rice, garnish with spring onions and coriander, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
per serving: Calories; 460

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Fat: 18 grams; 23%
Saturated Fat: 5 grams; 25%
Cholesterol: 95 milligrams; 32%
Sodium: 820 milligrams; 36%
Carbs: 52 grams; 19%
Protein: 25 grams; 50%
Sugar: 2 grams
Fiber: 2 grams; 7%

10 dicas para cozinhar este prato

Lave bem o arroz para evitar que fique pegajoso.
Sele primeiro a pele do frango voltada para baixo para ficar crocante.
Use coxas de frango para ficar suculento – os seios podem secar.
Não pule o gengibre; equilibra a riqueza lindamente.
Adicione um pouco de molho de peixe ou molho de soja para umami mais profundo.
For extra fragrance, add pandan leaves or lemongrass while cooking.
Descanse o arroz antes de servir para obter uma textura mais fofa.
Decore generosamente com ervas frescas para dar brilho.
Cozinhe em uma panela de barro ou forno holandês para obter um sabor autêntico.
Sirva com molho de pimenta ou pepino em conserva para um toque tradicional.

Sirva com sugestões

Bok choy ou brócolis cozido no vapor
Pepinos em conserva ou rabanete
Uma tigela de caldo de galinha light
Molho de pimenta ou sambal
Fatias de limão fresco

Perguntas frequentes

P: Posso fazer arroz com frango em uma panela elétrica de arroz?
R: Sim, basta refogar o alho e o gengibre separadamente e depois colocar tudo na panela.

P: Que tipo de arroz funciona melhor?
R: O arroz jasmim é ideal para perfumar, mas o arroz basmati ou de grão longo também funciona.

P: Posso usar peito de frango em vez de coxas?
R: Sim, mas as coxas ficam mais suculentas e saborosas.

P: O arroz com frango não contém glúten?
R: Sim, se você usar molho de soja sem glúten.

P: Posso preparar arroz com frango?
R: Com certeza, reaquece bem e pode ser armazenado por até 3 dias.

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