Low Fat Hainan Chicken Rice

Savor the classic taste of Hainan Chicken Rice with a healthy twist in this Low Fat Hainan Chicken Rice recipe, a perfect option for guilt-free indulgence. Made with tender, skinless chicken breasts and fragrant jasmine rice cooked in low-sodium chicken broth, this dish delivers mouthwatering flavors while keeping things light. Fresh ginger and garlic infuse the rice and chicken with an aromatic depth, while garnishes of crisp cucumber slices, scallions, and vibrant cilantro provide a refreshing finish. A tangy, low-sodium soy sauce dipping sauce ties it all together, making every bite as satisfying as the original. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a balanced, protein-rich meal that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Skinless chicken breast
• 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1.5 cups Uncooked jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons Ginger
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the chicken broth with 1 tablespoon of sliced ginger and 2 cloves of crushed garlic. Bring to a boil.

Step 3

Once boiling, add the skinless chicken breasts to the pot. Reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 4

Remove the chicken breasts and let them rest on a cutting board. Save the broth as it will be used in the next steps.

Step 5

In a separate saucepan, heat a small amount of the chicken broth, and sauté 1 tablespoon of sliced ginger and 1 crushed garlic clove until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the rinsed jasmine rice, stirring until it is well coated with the ginger and garlic mixture.

Step 7

Pour 3 cups of the reserved chicken broth into the saucepan with the rice, bringing it to a boil. Cover the saucepan and reduce the heat to low, cooking until the rice is tender for about 15 minutes.

Step 8

While the rice is cooking, slice the boiled chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 9

Make a dipping sauce by mixing low-sodium soy sauce with the remaining ginger, half of a chopped scallion, and a splash of broth.

Step 10

Slice the cucumber and remaining scallions thinly. Chop the fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Once the rice is done, serve with sliced chicken on top and garnish with cucumber slices, chopped scallions, and cilantro.

Step 12

Drizzle the prepared soy sauce mixture over the chicken and rice, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13

Enjoy your low-fat Hainan Chicken Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1765.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1497.1

Total Fat 12.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 197.2mg	0%
Sodium 3831.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 105.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126.9mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 597.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 7.5%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 63.9%