ONE-POT GINGERY CHICKEN AND RICE WITH PEANUT SAUCE
We took loose inspiration from Hainanese chicken rice to create this weeknight-friendly dish.
Provided by Molly Baz
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner One-Pot Meal Chicken Rice Ginger Peanut Butter Soy Sauce Tree Nut Free Dairy Free Healthy
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Chicken and rice:
- Pat chicken dry and season all over with salt. Arrange, skin side down, in a cold, dry medium Dutch oven and set over medium heat. Cook, undisturbed, until skin is golden brown and crisp and easily releases from pot, 8-10 minutes. Slide thighs around to different spots (this will ensure even browning) and continue to cook until deeply browned, 3-5 minutes longer. Transfer chicken to a plate. Let pot cool 2 minutes.
- Set pot over medium-low heat; add shallots, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until very fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes. Stir in rice and star anise and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Stir in soy sauce, ¾ tsp. salt, and 3 cups water. Nestle chicken back into rice mixture in pot, arranging skin side up. Increase heat to medium and bring liquid to a simmer. Immediately cover pot, reduce heat to low, and cook 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken and rice sit 10 minutes.
- Sauce and assembly:
- While the chicken and rice are cooking, make the sauce. Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, Sriracha, ginger, honey, and ¼ cup warm water in a small bowl until smooth and pourable. If sauce still looks a little thick, continuing adding water until it reaches a drizzle-able consistency.
- Remove lid from pot and fluff rice with a fork. Pluck out and discard star anise. Serve chicken and rice with peanut sauce, cucumber, and cilantro alongside.
- Do Ahead: Sauce can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
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Abdullah Tahir
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. It's easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Cooper Hayward
[email protected]This recipe is also freezer-friendly! I often make a double batch and freeze half of it for later. When I'm short on time, I simply thaw the frozen portion and reheat it. It's a great way to have a delicious and healthy meal on hand whenever I need i
Namatullah Mamozai
[email protected]This dish is perfect for meal prep! The leftovers reheat well and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner throughout the week. I also appreciate the fact that the one-pot aspect makes it easy to store and reheat the leftovers.
Tumie Lerotholi
[email protected]This recipe is incredibly budget-friendly, especially if you use affordable cuts of chicken and vegetables. The use of pantry staples like ginger, garlic, and peanut butter also helps to keep the costs down. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone l
Baba Mustapha
[email protected]This recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! I've made it for potlucks, dinner parties, and family gatherings, and it's always a hit. The flavors are universally appealing and the one-pot aspect makes it easy to serve a large group of people.
Alexsander Mendoza
[email protected]This dish is a great combination of healthy and delicious. The use of brown rice and lean chicken breast makes it a nutritious choice, while the ginger and peanut sauce provide a satisfying balance of sweet and savory flavors. I also appreciate the f
meli pina
[email protected]The rice in this dish is incredibly flavorful! The combination of ginger, garlic, and sesame oil creates a delicious and aromatic base for the chicken and peanut sauce. I especially appreciate the fact that the rice is cooked in the same pot as the c
Farooq Ahmed
[email protected]I'm always looking for quick and easy meals that I can make on weeknights. This one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce fits the bill perfectly! It takes less than 30 minutes to make and the one-pot aspect makes cleanup a breeze. The flavo
Muiiz Mustafa
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about the flavors and presentation. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the peanut sauce was incredibly flavorful. The one-pot aspect of the recipe also made
Thando Mhlongo
[email protected]My kids are picky eaters, but they absolutely loved this one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce! The sweet and savory flavors were a hit with them, and they especially enjoyed the crispy chicken. I'm so happy I found this recipe because i
faizan Minhas
[email protected]I have a peanut allergy, so I was hesitant to try this recipe. However, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it's possible to make a delicious peanut sauce without using peanuts. I simply substituted peanut butter with almond butter, and it turned
Ali Yousaf
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, but I still wanted to try this recipe. I simply substituted the chicken with tofu, and it turned out great! The tofu absorbed the flavors of the ginger and peanut sauce beautifully, and the overall dish was just as delicious as the
Md samir Hawlader
[email protected]I love spicy food, so I added a bit of extra ginger and chili flakes to this recipe. The result was an incredibly flavorful dish that had just the right amount of heat. The peanut sauce helped to balance out the spiciness, creating a perfect harmony
Kewell Juggiah
[email protected]I've been cooking for years and I have to say, this one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce is one of the best dishes I've ever made. The combination of flavors is truly exceptional, with the ginger adding a refreshing brightness and the p
Amitpal Singh
[email protected]I'm a student with limited cooking experience, but this one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! The instructions were clear and concise, and the ingredients were easy to find. The dish itself
Sanvi Bhusal
[email protected]As a busy professional, I'm always on the lookout for quick and easy meals that don't sacrifice taste. This one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce is a lifesaver! It's incredibly easy to make, with minimal prep and cleanup involved. Plus,
Brittany Ballard
[email protected]I'm always looking for healthy and flavorful meals, and this one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce fits the bill perfectly. The use of brown rice and lean chicken breast makes it a nutritious choice, while the ginger and peanut sauce pro
Andrea Clark
[email protected]I made this dish for my family last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was particularly a star, with its crispy skin and succulent meat. The peanut sauce was also a big success, adding a delici
Quagsire
[email protected]This one-pot gingery chicken and rice with peanut sauce is an absolute delight! The flavors are incredibly well-balanced, with the ginger providing a refreshing zing and the peanut sauce adding a creamy richness. The chicken is cooked to perfection,