Other variations:
Cháo gà xé, Cháo gà ác, Cháo gà nấm, Cháo gà hạt sen
Category
Porridge/Congee
Region
Northern Vietnam
Preparation Time
2h05
Servings
4 - 6
Difficulty
Easy
About this recipe
Cháo Gà is a popular Vietnamese comfort food enjoyed across the country, especially in the North. It is valued for its gentle flavor, easy digestibility, and nourishing qualities, often prepared for the sick or elderly.
Ingredients List
1 whole chicken (about 1.2 kg, or the same weight in chicken parts) 200 g jasmine rice 30 g ginger (sliced) 2 scallions (chopped) 2 tbsp fish sauce 1 tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper (ground) 1 small bunch fresh herbs (cilantro, perilla) 1 - 2 limes (cut into wedges) 2 - 3 liters water
Materials & Tools
Large soup pot Ladle Knife and chopping board Mixing bowls Dry frying pan (optional, for roasting the rice)
Preparation steps
Total Time
2h05
Cooking Time
1h50
Active Time
15 min
Prep Rice
Rinse rice. Optionally dry-roast 3 - 5 minutes for a nutty flavor.
5 min
Simmer Chicken
Simmer chicken and ginger in 2 - 3 liters water until tender. Remove chicken and shred meat.
45 min
Cook Porridge
Add rice to broth and simmer on low heat until grains break down.
1h00
Season
Season with fish sauce, salt and pepper.
5 min
Assemble Bowl
Ladle porridge into bowls and top with chicken, scallions, herbs and lime.
10 min
Chef’s Tips
Simmer slowly for creamy texture; roasting rice before cooking adds depth of flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Fresh herbs, lime wedges, fried shallots, chili sauce
Nutritional info
280kcal
18g protein
6g fat
40g carbs
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