Roasted Chicken Rice Singapore Recipe

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Roasted Chicken Rice is a popular dish in Singapore known for its flavorful roasted chicken served with fragrant rice and a side of chili sauce. This recipe offers a delicious and authentic taste of Singaporean cuisine that you can easily recreate at home.

Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs)
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions: How to Cook Roasted Chicken Rice Singapore

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Clean the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper, both inside and out.
  3. Place the garlic, ginger, and lemongrass inside the cavity of the chicken.
  4. Place the chicken on a roasting pan and roast in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until the skin is golden brown and the juices run clear when pierced with a knife.
  5. While the chicken is roasting, rinse the jasmine rice until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and set aside.
  6. In a pot, heat some oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add the drained rice and stir to coat the grains with the oil.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
  8. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before carving into serving pieces.
  9. Serve the roasted chicken with the fragrant rice, sliced cucumber, and a side of soy sauce and chili sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh cilantro and drizzle with a little sesame oil before serving.
Enjoy this delicious Roasted Chicken Rice Singapore Recipe that captures the essence of Singaporean street food right in your own kitchen!
Roasted Chicken Rice Singapore Recipe