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Scallion Ginger Chicken and Rice

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A comforting dish that harmonizes tender chicken thighs with fragrant rice and a zesty ginger scallion sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces chicken thigh (skin-on, boneless)
  • 0.5 tablespoon paprika
  • 0.25 tablespoon cumin
  • 0.25 tablespoon turmeric
  • 0.5 tablespoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper (to season)
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup rice (preferably jasmine)
  • 1.5 cups water or chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 stalk green onions (chopped)
  • 1.5 tablespoon ginger (grated)
  • 3 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2–3 tablespoon oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken thighs with spices and olive oil. Massage the marinade into the chicken and set aside for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a pan and sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 3 minutes. Flip and cook for another minute, then set aside.
  3. Cook the Rice: In the same pan, toast rice for 2-3 minutes. Add seared chicken back, pour in stock/water and add bay leaf.
  4. Simmer: Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: Mix green onions, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Heat oil and pour over the mixture.
  6. Fluff and Serve: Fluff rice, serve, and drizzle ginger scallion sauce on top.

Notes

Quality Ingredients: Use organic chicken and fresh ginger for best results. Marinate chicken the night before for deeper flavors.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/scallion-ginger-chicken-and-rice/

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