Hainanese Chicken and Rice
main course · Chinese
One-pot stovetop Hainanese chicken and rice with ginger scallion oil, chili garlic sauce, and fresh garnishes.
Added Jul 15, 2026
PrepPrep time
15 min
CookCook time
30 min
ServingsServings
2 servings
Ingredients
1× yields 2 servings
2 whole chicken thighs
2 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp salt
Rice
1 cup jasmine rice
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 inch piece ginger, minced
2 whole green onion, sliced
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
Ginger Scallion Sauce
1/2 inch piece ginger, minced
1 whole green onion, finely chopped
1 tsp sesame oil
1 g salt
2 tbsp neutral oil
Chili Garlic Sauce
6 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 inch piece ginger, minced
2 tbsp sambal
2 tbsp sriracha
1 tbsp chicken broth
1 tsp lime juice
2 tsp sugar
Toppings
1 whole cucumber, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1 whole green onion, sliced
Notes
Watch the hot oil closely when making the ginger scallion sauce so it shimmers but does not scorch.
Preparation
1
Season with and .
2
Add , , , , , , and to a pot, then arrange on top.
3
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
4
While the rice cooks, make the ginger scallion sauce by combining , , and in a bowl.
5
Heat and in a small pan until shimmering, then carefully pour the hot oil over the ginger-scallion mixture and stir to combine.
6
Make the chili garlic sauce by mixing , , , , , , and in a bowl.
7
Remove the chicken from the pot and slice it if desired. Let the rice rest off the heat for 5 to 10 minutes, then fluff.
8
Serve the rice with the chicken, the sauces, and optional , , and on top.
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