THREE CUP CHICKEN WITH GARLIC SPINACH

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Provided by Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 3/4 cups jasmine rice
1 tablespoon peanut oil
5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
One 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into thin coins
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup light soy
1/4 cup Shaohsing rice wine or dry sherry
1/4 cup toasted sesame oil (see Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 small handful Thai basil leaves, or Italian basil, plus extra for garnish
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Two 6-ounce bags baby spinach leaves
Pinch sea salt
1 medium red Fresno chile, seeded and sliced into rings, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the rice: Rinse the jasmine rice until the water runs clear, to remove excess starch. Place the rinsed rice in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and add 2 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover tightly with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, keep covered and set aside until ready to serve.
  • For the chicken: Meanwhile, heat a wok over high heat and add the peanut oil. When it begins to smoke, add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry quickly for a few seconds. Then add the chicken and let it settle in the pan for 30 seconds before stir-frying for 2 to 3 minutes until it browns.
  • Add the soy sauce, rice wine and toasted sesame oil; reduce the heat to medium and cook for 6 minutes. Stir well and add the brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce is reduced to a thick, sticky consistency and the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat, stir in the basil leaves and allow them to wilt slightly.
  • For the spinach: In a separate pan or another wok, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant. Add the spinach leaves and toss with tongs, or chopsticks until wilted (adding a splash of water to facilitate cooking if desired), 2 to 3 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, uncover the pan of steamed rice. Using a fork, fluff up the rice and divide among 4 plates. Serve with a generous portion of the chicken, garnish with chile rings and more basil leaves, if desired. Serve the spinach on the side.

Roman Santangelo
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. The few ingredients really allowed the flavors to shine through. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Lena Mulenga
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This dish was very easy to make and it turned out great! The chicken was tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Filip
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time next time.


Jamila Shehu
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili sauce next time.


Barry Higgins (Barzotelli)
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach and garlic added a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ayishetu Tahiru
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and addictive. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ali Prada
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This recipe was very easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The chicken turned out perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


Solomon Khan
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend cooking the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


Tufail Ahmed
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more seasoning to the chicken and sauce.


Jorge Mendez
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach and garlic added a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Since What
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This was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and addictive. We will definitely be making this again soon.


Awesome Walker
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I loved the simplicity of this recipe. The few ingredients really allowed the flavors to shine through. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Md Kawshar
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This dish was incredibly flavorful and easy to make. The garlic and spinach added a delicious touch to the chicken. I will definitely be making this again!