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Chicken Congee (Instant Pot Version Included)

Creamy Chicken Congee: Instant Pot Comfort Food Delight

Discover the quick and comforting Chicken Congee, an Instant Pot recipe that's adaptable for any palate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Pressure Release 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or Thigh Use thigh for a richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Can substitute with dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Used to marinate the chicken
For the Congee Base
  • 1 cup Short Grain White Rice Essential for creamy texture
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for high-quality
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Use fresh for best flavor
For Garnishing and Flavor Boost
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Optional, to enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil Add at the end for flavor

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. In the Instant Pot, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth, Shaoxing wine, and sliced ginger. Stir well.
  3. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 15 minutes, allowing pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes.
  4. Marinate chicken in Shaoxing wine, salt, and cornstarch while the congee is cooking.
  5. After the congee is cooked, add marinated chicken, green onions, and optional chicken bouillon, sauté for about 2 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and stir. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnishing with extra green onions or sesame oil as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 730mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This congee is highly adaptable to different ingredients or toppings based on your preference.

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