Description
Ginger & Chilli Chicken Brothy Rice is a vibrant, aromatic dish that delivers a delightful balance of spicy and soothing flavors. This one-pot meal combines tender chicken thighs with fragrant ginger, zesty lime, and fresh herbs, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or cozy gatherings, this recipe can be on your table in just 30 minutes. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a satisfying homemade meal, this comforting dish is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 garlic cloves
- 15g fresh ginger
- 1 red chili
- 1 lime
- 250g microwave rice
- 25g fresh coriander
- 25g fresh mint
- 1 curry powder
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Grate half the garlic into a bowl, squeeze in half the lime juice, add salt, and marinate the chicken.
- Prepare ingredients: Slice remaining garlic, cut ginger into matchsticks, and finely slice the red chili.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a frying pan, cook marinated chicken until charred and cooked through (10-15 minutes), then set aside.
- Make broth: In the same pan, sauté ginger, garlic, and chili for 3 minutes; add curry powder and water; simmer for 5 minutes; finish with lime juice.
- Assemble: Reheat rice; pour broth over it in serving bowls; top with sliced chicken and herb salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg