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Nasi Kuning with Chicken

Golden turmeric rice cooked in coconut milk with tender chicken, aromatic ginger, and garlic. A fragrant, comforting one-pan Indonesian rice dish ready in 35 minutes.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
580
Protein
32g
Nasi Kuning with Chicken
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add chicken and cook, stirring often, until no pink remains on the outside, about 6 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in ginger, garlic, and turmeric; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Add rice and stir to coat with oil, about 1 minute.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in coconut milk and broth; stir once and bring to a boil.

  6. Step 6

    Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes covered. Fluff with a fork.

  8. Step 8

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet or large saucepan
  • wooden spoon or spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • knife and cutting board

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