Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)
Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge) is a silky, gently seasoned porridge with tender shredded chicken and a hint of smoky depth from bacon. Ginger and garlic perfume each spoonful, while sesame oil rounds it out with warmth. Serve it steaming hot for a cozy breakfast, soothing lunch, or comforting dinner, adjusting thickness to taste.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine 1 1/2 cups chicken broth and the rice in a bowl; set aside.
- 2
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Saute function. Spray with cooking spray and add the bacon. Saute until the bacon is crisp but not burned, about 5 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
- 3
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and cook in the bacon grease until the onion is soft and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove half of the onion mixture to a small bowl. Slowly pour in 1 cup chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and turn off the Saute function.
- 4
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 5
Release the pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and carefully remove the lid. Pour in the rice and broth mixture. Close and seal the lid. Select the rice setting and cook for 12 minutes (should be preset).
- 6
Release the pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken breasts and shred with 2 forks. Return the chicken to the pot. Add the remaining onion mixture, the chopped bacon, and the sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper. Select the soup setting and add the remaining chicken broth, 1/4 cup at a time (up to 1 1/2 cups), if desired. Simmer briefly until the desired consistency is reached.
- Calories 602.59 kcal High
- Protein 31.95 g Good Source
- Carbs 40.34 g Moderate
- Total Fat 33.53 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.3 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 65.92 mg High
- Sodium 874.03 mg High
- Fiber 0.28 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.45 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 9.3 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.63 mg Low Source
- Potassium 53.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.06 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge) is a Chinese breakfast recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Cooking Spray, and Diced Onion. Each serving provides about 602.59 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)?
- It is a Chinese recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge) made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Cooking Spray, Diced Onion, Fresh Ginger. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)?
- Explore these Chinese side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge)?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 602.59 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pressure Cooker Chicken Congee (Chinese Rice Porridge) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
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