Description
A warm and comforting Chinese inspired chicken congee made easily in the Instant Pot.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Soy sauce, for serving
- Chili oil, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In the Instant Pot, combine rinsed rice, chicken broth, chicken thighs, minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt. Stir gently.
- Seal the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the ‘Porridge’ setting and set the timer for 20 minutes.
- After cooking, allow for a natural pressure release for about 10 minutes, then switch the valve to venting to release remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the congee. Remove chicken thighs and shred them with two forks.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir into the congee. Adjust consistency with more broth or water if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or salt if desired.
- Ladle congee into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve with soy sauce and chili oil on the side.
Notes
- Adjust salt and soy sauce to taste.
- For a thicker congee, reduce the amount of broth.
- Chili oil is optional for those who prefer a spicier dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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