One-Pot Chicken Arroz Caldo
One-Pot Chicken Arroz Caldo is a delightful Filipino rice porridge that marries tender chicken, aromatic jasmine rice, and warming spices into a comforting dish. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving something nourishing, this easy-to-make recipe requires only one pot, ensuring minimal cleanup. Each spoonful brings a rich and creamy texture, enveloping your senses in savory goodness. Enjoy the flavors of home-cooked comfort with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, and slicing the ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and brown on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in jasmine rice until well-coated with oil (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice before serving; adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with green onions or fried garlic bits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition and color, consider incorporating vegetables like peas or carrots during the last few minutes of cooking. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.