Description
Ginger & Chilli Chicken Brothy Rice is a vibrant and comforting dish that combines the warmth of tender chicken with the zest of fresh ginger and chili. This delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or any occasion when you crave something hearty yet refreshing. The fragrant broth, enhanced with zesty lime and aromatic spices, makes each bowl a culinary adventure. Serve it as a stand-alone meal or pair it with your favorite sides for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lime
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 15g fresh ginger
- 1 red chili
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 350ml water
- Fresh coriander and mint for garnish
- Microwave rice
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Grate half the garlic into a bowl, add lime juice, salt, and chicken thighs; mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare ingredients: Slice remaining garlic, ginger into matchsticks, and finely chop red chili.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat; cook marinated chicken until charred (10-15 minutes). Set aside.
- Make broth: In the same pan, sauté ginger, garlic, and chili for 3 minutes; stir in curry powder, add water, and let simmer for 5 minutes before seasoning with lime juice and salt.
- Serve: Reheat microwave rice; divide into bowls, ladle broth over rice, top with sliced chicken and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg