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Savory Chicken Sticky Rice

Steamed sticky rice tinted yellow with turmeric, topped with shredded poached chicken and crispy fried shallots. A classic Vietnamese dish popular for breakfast or lunch.

50 minMediumServes 4480 cal/serving

VietnameseBreakfastStovetopHigh ProteinGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice, soaked
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 6 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 stems green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Drain 2 cups soaked glutinous rice and mix with 1/2 tsp ground turmeric and a pinch of salt until yellow.

  2. 2

    Steam 2 cups soaked glutinous rice over boiling water for 25 minutes until soft and translucent.

  3. 3

    Poach 1 lb boneless chicken thighs in simmering water for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165F, then shred.

  4. 4

    Fry 6 thinly sliced shallots in 1/4 cup vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown and crisp, then set aside.

  5. 5

    Toss shredded boneless chicken thighs with 2 tbsp fish sauce and 2 stems chopped green onions.

  6. 6

    Serve glutinous rice topped with seasoned boneless chicken thighs and crispy shallots.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Savory Chicken Sticky Rice reach?

For Savory Chicken Sticky Rice, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for fish sauce in Savory Chicken Sticky Rice?

The entry for Savory Chicken Sticky Rice calls for 2 tbsp fish sauce. In its place: Soy sauce with a squeeze of lime covers the salt and some of the savor. For a vegetarian version, use a mushroom-based soy sauce. Start with the same volume and adjust.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Savory Chicken Sticky Rice?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Savory Chicken Sticky Rice uses 1 lb boneless chicken thighs.

Does Savory Chicken Sticky Rice contain fish?

Yes: 2 tbsp fish sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How long does Savory Chicken Sticky Rice keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Savory Chicken Sticky Rice within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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