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Soy Sauce Chicken in Rice

Savory Soy Sauce Chicken in Rice for Effortless Family Meals

A delicious and effortless Soy Sauce Chicken in Rice, perfect for family meals and Lunar New Year celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 whole Whole Chicken (2.5 lbs)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (fresh)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (fresh)
  • 3 stalks Green Onions (chopped) more for serving
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Light Soy Sauce low-sodium is a great alternative
  • 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce use sparingly for balance
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce or substitute hoisin for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup Shaoxing Wine dry sherry works in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Honey (or Brown Sugar) brown sugar can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon White Pepper black pepper can be used if needed
Optional Extras
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Rice cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse the whole chicken under cold running water to clean it thoroughly.
  2. Pour boiling water over the chicken to remove impurities and enhance its flavor.
  3. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, ensuring it’s free of excess moisture before marinating.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, honey, and white pepper. Stir well to mix.
  5. Coat the chicken generously with the marinade. Let it marinate for 20–30 minutes.
  6. Slice fresh ginger and smash a few garlic cloves. Add these with the green onions to the bottom of the rice cooker pot.
  7. Carefully place the marinated chicken on top of the mixture in the rice cooker.
  8. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the chicken.
  9. Close the lid and set to cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Flip the chicken halfway through cooking.
  10. Once cooking is complete, let the chicken rest in the cooker for a few minutes before serving.
  11. Carve the chicken and serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate longer for deeper flavor. Ensure the whole chicken fits comfortably in the rice cooker. Always check for doneness before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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