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A bowl of Chicken Long Rice, a traditional Hawaiian comfort food, featuring tender shredded chicken, glass noodles, and a flavorful broth. The dish is garnished with fresh green onions and served with chopsticks, offering a warm and savory meal inspired by Hawaiian and Asian flavors.

Easy Chicken Long Rice Recipe

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A classic Chicken Long Rice Recipe comfort soup featuring tender chicken and glass noodles in a ginger-infused broth. Simple, soul-warming, and delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 7
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 283
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 8 oz bean thread noodles long rice
  • 2 inches fresh ginger julienned
  • 3 green onions chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Hawaiian sea salt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Sharp knife for cutting noodles
  • Tongs for handling chicken
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large bowl for soaking noodles

Method
 

Prep Noodles:
  1. Soak bean thread noodles in warm water for 15 minutes
  2. Drain and cut into 6-inch lengths
Cook Chicken:
  1. Heat oil in large pot over medium-high
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper
  3. Brown chicken 5-6 minutes per side
  4. Remove and set aside
Make Broth:
  1. Sauté ginger and garlic in same pot, 2-3 minutes
  2. Add broth and soy sauce
  3. Return chicken to pot
  4. Simmer 30 minutes covered
Finish Dish:
  1. Remove chicken, shred meat
  2. Discard bones and skin
  3. Add noodles to broth
  4. Return shredded chicken
  5. Cook 5-7 minutes until noodles are tender
  6. Add green onions
  7. Season to taste

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 888mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • Choose chicken thighs for best flavor
  • Don't oversoak noodles
  • Fresh ginger is essential
  • Add more broth if needed as noodles will absorb liquid

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