Best 4 Poached Chicken With Rice Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Poached Chicken with Rice: A Simple and Flavorful Dish**

Poached chicken with rice is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The poached chicken is tender and juicy, while the rice is fluffy and flavorful. The addition of vegetables and herbs adds even more flavor and nutrition to this dish. This article provides three different recipes for poached chicken with rice, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic poached chicken with rice dish that is made with simple ingredients and is perfect for a weeknight meal. The second recipe is a poached chicken with rice and vegetables dish that is packed with flavor and nutrition. The third recipe is a poached chicken with rice and herbs dish that is perfect for a special occasion. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and satisfying dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



Hainanese Chicken Rice Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: whole chicken, kosher salt, fresh ginger, fresh scallion, cold water, sesame oil, sesame oil, chicken fat, garlic, fresh ginger, kosher salt, long grain rice, reserved chicken poaching broth, sambal, sriracha, sugar, garlic, fresh ginger, lime juice, reserved chicken poaching broth, fresh ginger, garlic, kosher salt, peanut oil, rice vinegar, reserved fried garlic and ginger, oyster sauce, dark sweet soy sauce, light soy sauce, reserved chicken poaching broth, cucumbers, fresh cilantro

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 32

3 lb whole chicken, giblets removed
¼ cup kosher salt, divided
4 inch pieces fresh ginger, peeled and cut into ¼-inch (6 mm) slices
1 bunch fresh scallion
1 gal cold water, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons sesame oil
¼ cup sesame oil
2 tablespoons chicken fat, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups long grain rice, rinsed and drained
2 cups reserved chicken poaching broth
2 tablespoons sambal
2 tablespoons sriracha
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons reserved chicken poaching broth
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons garlic, finely minced
kosher salt, to taste
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
reserved fried garlic and ginger
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
3 tablespoons dark sweet soy sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 tablespoons reserved chicken poaching broth
2 cucumbers, thinly sliced, for serving
1 bunch fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • To clean the chicken, rub all over with a handful of kosher salt, getting rid of any loose skin. Rinse the chicken well inside and out. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Remove any excess fat from the chicken and set aside for later.
  • Season the chicken generously with salt. Stuff the chicken cavity with the ginger slices and scallions.
  • Place the chicken in a large stock pot, cover with cold water by 1 inch (2 cm), and season with salt to taste.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low to maintain a simmer. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot, reserving the poaching liquid for later, and transfer to an ice bath for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process and to keep the chicken skin springy. Discard the ginger and green onion.
  • After it's cooled, pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub all over with sesame oil. This will help prevent the chicken from drying out.
  • In a large wok or skillet, heat ¼ cup (60 ml) of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of reserved chopped chicken fat, the garlic, ginger, and salt, and fry until aromatic, about 10 minutes.
  • Reserve ¼ of the fried garlic mixture, then add the rice to the remaining fried garlic and stir to coat. Cook for 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the rice to a rice cooker and add 2 cups (480 ml) of reserved poaching broth. Steam the rice for 60 minutes, or until tender.
  • While the rice is cooking, carve the chicken for serving.
  • Make the chili sauce: combine the sambal, Sriracha, sugar, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and chicken broth in a small bowl and stir to incorporate.
  • Make the ginger garlic sauce: in a small bowl, combine the ginger, garlic, salt, peanut oil, and rice vinegar, and stir to incorporate.
  • Make the soy sauce: in a small bowl, combine the reserved fried garlic and ginger with the oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and chicken broth, and stir to incorporate.
  • Serve the sliced chicken with the rice, dipping sauces, sliced cucumbers, and fresh cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1248 calories, Carbohydrate 87 grams, Fat 76 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 9 grams

POACHED CHICKEN



Poached Chicken image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 3 pounds meat, plus 2 to 3 quarts stock

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 4-to 5-pound chicken
2 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 onion, peeled and quartered
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lemon, sliced
1 large fresh bay leaf
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
Herb bundle of parsley, rosemary and thyme tied with a string
Salt

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a large stockpot. Add the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, lemon, bay leaf, peppercorns and the herb bundle; season with salt. Cover the chicken with water and bring to a boil; reduce the heat to a low, rolling simmer. Simmer 60 to 75 minutes, then cool the chicken in its stock. Strain the stock. Remove the chicken in large pieces from the skin and bones. Cut half of the meat into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice or pull the remaining meat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calorie, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 140 milligrams, Sodium 290 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 1 grams

POACHED CHICKEN



Poached Chicken image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield s: 3 to 4 quarts stock, about 8 cups chicken meat

Number Of Ingredients 14

Handful fresh parsley
Few sprigs fresh oregano
Few sprigs fresh rosemary
Few sprigs fresh thyme
8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
4 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and quartered
2 onions, peeled and quartered with root attached
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lemon, sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns (half a palm full)
Few fresh bay leaves
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Tie the parsley, oregano, rosemary and thyme with kitchen twine to create an herb bundle. Place the chicken, celery, carrots, onions, herb bundle, garlic, lemon, peppercorns and bay leaves in your biggest pot, and cover with water - hopefully 3 to 4 quarts. Bring to a low boil, reduce the heat and simmer 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove the chicken, strain the stock and return to stove top. Season the stock with salt. Bone and skin the chicken and shred the meat with a knife or tines of 2 large forks. Combine the light and dark meat.;

CHINESE POACHED CHICKEN & RICE



Chinese poached chicken & rice image

A healthy Asian-inspired dish ideal for an easy dinner. Use the leftovers to make our cold chicken noodle salad for the next day.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

large piece of ginger , 1 tbsp finely grated, the rest sliced
3 garlic cloves
1 tsp black peppercorns
1 tbsp soy sauce , plus 2-3 tsp (optional)
8 chicken legs
3 tbsp sesame oil
2 bunches spring onions , chopped
4 pak choi , halved
cooked long-grain rice , to serve

Steps:

  • Put the sliced ginger, the garlic, peppercorns and half the soy in a large pan with the chicken legs. Add enough water to cover, and season with a little salt. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a low simmer, put on the lid and poach for 30 mins.
  • Meanwhile, heat a pan and add the sesame oil and spring onions. Soften for 1 min, then remove from the heat and stir in the grated ginger and remaining soy sauce to make a relish.
  • When the chicken is ready, remove from the pan, set aside 4 of the legs and chill for tomorrow. Add the pak choi to the poaching liquid and cook for 3-4 mins. Strain the poaching liquid to remove the ginger, garlic and peppercorns, reserving the liquid. Pull the skin from the remaining 4 chicken legs and discard. Tear the meat into thick pieces. Serve in bowls with rice, the pak choi, a ladle of the hot chicken broth, the spring onion relish and extra soy sauce, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 30 grams protein, Sodium 1.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken or chicken breasts for this recipe. Make sure the chicken is fresh and of good quality.
  • Season the chicken well: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. You can also add other herbs and spices to your liking.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the chicken: This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
  • Simmer the chicken over low heat: Do not boil the chicken, as this will make it tough. Simmer it over low heat for 10-12 minutes per pound, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the water and let it rest: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the water and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will help the chicken to retain its juices.
  • Serve the chicken with rice: Rice is a classic side dish for poached chicken. You can also serve it with other vegetables, such as carrots, broccoli, or potatoes.

Conclusion:

Poached chicken with rice is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a healthy and affordable option. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your poached chicken is cooked perfectly every time.

Related Topics