Savor the unique flavors of Green Tea Poached Chicken with Green Tea Rice! This innovative dish features tender chicken breasts poached in a fragrant green tea broth, served over a bed of nutty brown rice infused with the same aromatic tea. The combination of green tea, lemongrass, ginger, and spices creates a deliciously light and healthful meal that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is not only nutritious but also a delightful way to explore the flavors of Asian cuisine!
Green Tea Poached Chicken with Green Tea Rice
Course: MainCuisine: Asian4
servings15
minutes1
hour350
kcalIngredients
7 cups water
1/2 cup loose green tea leaves
1 medium onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 stalk lemongrass, quartered and smashed
1 (2-inch) piece peeled ginger, coarsely chopped
1 dried Thai chile
2 bone-in skinless chicken breasts (1 pound total)
2 cups short-grain brown rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, sliced scallions, and cucumber spears for serving
Directions
- Prepare the Poaching Liquid: In a large pot, bring 7 cups of water to a boil. Add the green tea leaves, chopped onion, smashed garlic, quartered lemongrass, chopped ginger, and dried Thai chile. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Poach the Chicken: Carefully add the chicken breasts to the pot. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Reserve the poaching liquid for the rice.
- Cook the Rice: In a separate saucepan, combine the short-grain brown rice with 4 cups of the reserved poaching liquid (strain out the solids first). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Sauté the Chicken: While the rice cooks, shred or slice the poached chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken, seasoning with coarse salt and freshly ground pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Fluff the cooked green tea rice with a fork. Divide the rice among serving plates and top with the sautéed chicken. Garnish with lemon wedges, sliced scallions, and cucumber spears for a refreshing crunch.
This Green Tea Poached Chicken with Green Tea Rice is a deliciously unique dish that brings together healthful ingredients and vibrant flavors. Perfect for a light dinner or meal prep, this dish showcases the versatility of green tea in cooking. Enjoy the nourishment and deliciousness of this recipe that combines comfort with sophistication!
