Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken Congee is a creamy rice porridge that combines the flavors of chicken, ginger, and garlic for a comforting, nutrient-dense meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, requiring minimal prep time and cleanup.
Ingredients
1 cup Jasmine Rice
1 lb Chicken Thighs
7–8 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
2-inch piece Fresh Ginger
3–4 cloves Garlic Cloves
3 stalks Green Onions
1–2 tbsp Soy Sauce or Tamari
1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
Instructions
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear
- Place the rinsed rice in the slow cooker and lay the chicken thighs on top
- Add the smashed garlic, ginger slices, and white parts of the green onions
- Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients and give a brief stir
- Secure the lid and set the slow cooker to Low for 7 to 8 hours or High for 4 hours
- Once done, shred the chicken and stir it back into the congee
- Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil, taste, and adjust seasoning if necessary
Notes
Rinse the rice thoroughly to prevent gumminess.
Whisking the rice after cooking is essential for achieving the creamy texture of congee.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg