Tired of the same old chicken and rice? Then you need this: One-Pot Gingery Chicken and Rice with Peanut Sauce, a 2025 favorite that’s redefining comfort food with bold Asian-inspired flavor. It’s cozy, it’s fragrant, and best of all—it all comes together in one pot. That’s right: less mess, more flavor.
At the heart of this dish is fresh ginger. It gives the chicken and rice a deep, warm spice that’s both invigorating and soothing. But the real magic? A rich, creamy peanut sauce that coats everything in nutty, tangy goodness. The sauce blends soy sauce, peanut butter, lime juice, and a dash of sriracha for just the right kick.
Whether you’re meal-prepping or feeding a hungry family, this one-pot wonder delivers restaurant-quality flavor with pantry staples and under 40 minutes of your time.
📝 Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Peanut Sauce:
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp warm water (to thin)
👩🍳 Directions:
- In a large pot, heat oil and cook chicken until browned. Add ginger and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add rice, broth, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15–18 minutes, until rice is cooked.
- While it cooks, whisk together peanut sauce ingredients in a bowl. Adjust thickness with warm water.
- Once rice is tender, drizzle peanut sauce over the chicken and rice. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, or fresh herbs if desired.
Creamy, savory, and perfectly gingery, this one-pot meal is everything you want on a busy night—fast, filling, and packed with flavor.