Description
Savory rice cooker chicken & rice delivers a comforting one-pot meal straight from Korean home kitchens. Tender chicken and perfectly fluffy rice combine in a simple, delicious dinner you can prepare with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
Grains and Liquid:
- 1.5 cups long grain white rice, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins:
- 0.5 cup frozen peas and carrots
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse rice under cold water until liquid becomes transparent, then transfer to rice cooker pot.
- Pour in fragrant chicken broth, introducing layers of umami with soy sauce and sesame oil, then sprinkle aromatic onions and minced garlic, seasoning with salt and cracked pepper.
- Gently incorporate tender chicken cubes and colorful frozen vegetable medley, distributing ingredients evenly across the surface.
- Secure rice cooker lid firmly and activate standard cooking cycle, allowing appliance to transform raw components into a harmonious meal.
- When cooking completes and device automatically shifts to warming mode, permit dish to rest and steam for approximately 7-8 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and rice to achieve perfect fluffy texture.
- Using a light touch, separate rice grains with fork, creating airy consistency and releasing trapped steam.
- Elegantly garnish with freshly sliced green onion ribbons, presenting a vibrant finishing touch that adds subtle sharpness and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while temperature remains warm, ensuring optimal taste and enjoyment of this comforting one-pot wonder.
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Consider marinating chicken in soy sauce and garlic for 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor depth and tenderness.
- Swap frozen vegetables with fresh seasonal produce for a more vibrant and nutritionally rich meal.
- For gluten-free option, replace regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to maintain the umami taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg