Singapore Hainanese Chicken Rice Garlic Chilli & Ginger Sauce Recipe

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken thighs

Skinless breast reduces fat, while thighs are often less expensive.

jasmine rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice offers more fiber, while white rice is generally cheaper.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce sodium intake, and tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while canola is often more affordable.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Add whole chicken, ginger, and scallions to the pot.

Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 30-40 minutes.

Remove chicken from pot and let cool, reserving the broth.

Shred the chicken into serving pieces and set aside.

In a separate pot, rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear.

Add rice to the reserved chicken broth and cook according to package instructions.

Prepare a dipping sauce by mixing soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic.

Slice cucumber and arrange on a serving platter with chicken.

Serve chicken over rice, garnished with cilantro and lime, alongside chili sauce.