This recipe for Mama's Asian Chicken and Rice is a family favorite, with tender chicken pieces marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, then cooked with fragrant jasmine rice. The dish is topped with colorful vegetables and a delicious sauce that brings out the rich flavors of the dish.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup snow peas
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Directions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the marinated chicken. Cook until fully cooked, then set aside.
- In a separate pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the jasmine rice and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is fluffy and fully cooked.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, snow peas, carrots, and green onions to the cooked rice. Stir in the cooked chicken pieces.
- Cover and let the dish simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.
- Enjoy Mama's Asian Chicken and Rice with your family and friends!
Interesting Facts
Jasmine rice is a fragrant long-grain rice that adds a wonderful aroma to this dish.
The combination of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger creates a savory and umami-rich marinade for the chicken.
This dish is versatile and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or protein choices.