Hainanese Chicken Rice

🍚From Singapore
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Hainanese chicken rice is poached chicken served with fragrant rice cooked in chicken stock, ginger, and garlic, accompanied by chili sauce and dark soy. It is considered a national dish of Singapore.

Key Facts
  • Origin: Hainan, China — perfected in Singapore/Malaysia
  • Rice is cooked in seasoned chicken fat and stock
  • Served with chili-ginger sauce and soy
  • A staple of hawker centres

Where to Eat Hainanese Chicken Rice

Best experienced in these cities — tap to explore local guides:

📍 Singapore📍 Penang

Hainanese Chicken Rice Articles & Guides

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Hainanese Chicken Rice FAQ

What is chicken rice?
Hainanese chicken rice is poached chicken with stock-cooked fragrant rice and chili sauce.

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