For an enhanced flavor, use homemade chicken stock. The quality of the stock greatly impacts the rice. To achieve a perfectly moist chicken, ensure the water remains at a gentle simmer throughout the poaching process, not a rolling boil. Serve with a side of chili sauce or ginger-scallion sauce for an authentic Singaporean experience.
Singapore Chicken Rice
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS60
Embark on a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with this simplified Singapore Chicken Rice. Aromatic and flavorful, this dish features succulent poached chicken served alongside fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth. A true taste of the Straits, effortlessly brought to your kitchen.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate103 g
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Cholesterol99 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein45 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium1128 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat41 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Prepare the Chicken: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Crush 3 cloves of garlic and 2 ginger pieces, placing them inside the chicken cavity. Tie green onions into a knot and add them to the cavity with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Gently submerge the chicken, breast-side down.
02
Step
40 mins
Poach the Chicken: Return the water to a boil, then cover the pot and remove it from the heat. Allow the chicken to stand, covered, for 40 minutes, flipping it halfway through to ensure even cooking.
03
Step
30 mins
Prepare the Aromatic Rice: While the chicken poaches, heat vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté shallots, ginger, and garlic until fragrant. Stir in chopped cilantro and rice, toasting lightly. Pour in chicken stock and season with remaining salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and steam holes appear.
04
Step
10 mins
Assemble and Serve: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and rinse under cold water to tighten the skin. Rub the skin with sesame oil and chop the chicken into serving pieces. Arrange the chicken on a platter, garnished with fresh cilantro, sliced green onion, cucumber, and chopped tomato. Serve hot with the fragrant rice.
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Verla Rodriguez
Jun 6, 2025The sesame oil really elevates the flavor of the chicken. So good!
Dawn Hagenes
May 10, 2025The rice was so flavorful! Cooking it in chicken stock made a huge difference.
Dorcas Herman
May 6, 2025My family loved it! This will definitely be a regular dish in our house.
Cheyenne Boehm
Mar 14, 2025I love how simple this recipe is, yet it tastes so authentic.
Emilio Goodwin
Nov 19, 2024The instructions were very clear, and the tips were helpful. Thanks for sharing!
Zora Koepp
Nov 14, 2024This recipe is amazing! So easy to follow and the chicken came out perfectly juicy.
Raphael Spinka
Oct 14, 2024I added a bit of chili to the rice for extra spice. Delicious!
Zita Powlowski
Oct 10, 2024I was a bit skeptical at first, but this turned out to be the best chicken rice I've ever made!
Christophe Cole
Sep 25, 2024I tried it with jasmine rice, and it worked perfectly. A great alternative if you don't have long-grain rice on hand.
Brenna Stroman
Sep 21, 2024I made this for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it!