Friday, 12 January 2018

Chicken Oats Porridge / Congee


          
          Looking for some healthy and nutritious breakfast to start your day? So why not with some Chicken Oats Porridge? It is super easy to make, is wholesome and keeps you satiated till lunch. This diabetic friendly and soul satisfying one-pot wonder can be had guilt free for lunch or dinner too. Garnish with your favourite toppings (not to forget ghee if you can - it is pure bliss) and enjoy this yummy dish just as it is or with your favourite pickle. Happy Brekkie!!








  • 1 chicken breast, boiled & shredded
  • 1 cup oats
  • 3-4 cups chicken stock
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
  • pinch of asafoetida
  • 1 tsp. ginger-garlic, grated
  • 2 tbsp. fried onions
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper powder
  • 2 tbsp. spring onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp. coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1 tsp. ghee / lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp. red chili flakes or to taste







       
           Heat oil in a pan and temper with cumin seeds and asafoetida. Saute for a few seconds. Add the ginger and garlic. Stir fry for a few more seconds.

          Add the oats, salt and the stock. Simmer on a low flame till the oats are cooked and the consistency thickens slightly. 

          Switch off the flame and pour into individual serving bowls. Garnish with the shredded chicken, pepper, chili flakes, spring onion, coriander leaves, fried onion and a drizzle of some ghee / lime juice. Enjoy this amazing one-pot wonder for a soul satisfying meal.




















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