Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Asia with this incredibly easy and explosively flavorful Rice Bowl with Turmeric Ginger Chicken. In just 35 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality meal that's not only nutritious and delicious but also ridiculously simple to prepare. Imagine tender, golden-brown chicken infused with warming turmeric and zesty ginger, nestled on a bed of fluffy jasmine rice - this recipe is about to become your new go-to comfort food that will impress both family and dinner guests!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tablespoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by dicing chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes. Mince fresh ginger and chop green onions finely.
- In a medium bowl, combine diced chicken with turmeric, minced ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure chicken is evenly coated with seasoning. Let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
- In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat to medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden brown and cooked through with internal temperature reaching 165°F.
- In a separate rice cooker or medium saucepan, combine jasmine rice with chicken broth. Cook rice according to package instructions, typically 15-18 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
- Once chicken is cooked and rice is ready, assemble rice bowls by placing a portion of rice in each serving bowl, topping with turmeric ginger chicken.
- Garnish each bowl with freshly chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful rice bowl.
Tips
- Marination is Key: Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 10 minutes to ensure deep flavor penetration. For even more intense taste, you can marinate up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Temperature Matters: Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safe and perfectly cooked meat. This prevents overcooking and keeps the chicken juicy.
- Rice Perfection: Rinse your jasmine rice before cooking to remove excess starch, which helps achieve fluffy, separated grains.
- Spice Variation: For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade or a drizzle of sriracha when serving.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This dish can be prepped in advance. Marinate chicken and chop ingredients earlier in the day to speed up dinner preparation.
- Garnish Generously: Don't skip the fresh green onions - they add a bright, crisp finish that elevates the entire dish's flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 140mg
