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Indonesian Style Ginger Chicken Stew

Indonesian Style Ginger Chicken Stew

with Jasmine Rice and Green Beans
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on February 02, 2026
Calories
692 kcal
Protein
42.1g protein
Difficulty
Easy
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

80 grams

Green Beans

1 pack(s)

Diced British Chicken Breast

1 unit(s)

Lime

150 grams

Jasmine Rice

30 grams

Tomato Puree

15 grams

Ginger Puree

1 sachet(s)

Indonesian Style Spice Mix

200 milliliter(s)

Coconut Milk

10 grams

Chicken Stock Paste

Not included in your delivery

½ tsp

Sugar

Energy (kJ)2897 kJ
Energy (kcal)692 kcal
Fat25.1 g
of which saturates20.3 g
Carbohydrate74.3 g
of which sugars7.4 g
Dietary Fibre5.5 g
Protein42.1 g
Salt1.9 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Pan
Kettle
Medium Saucepan

Instructions

Get Frying
1
  • Boil a half-full kettle. 
  • While it boils, trim the green beans, then cut into thirds.
  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat.
  • Once hot, fry the chicken and green beans. Season with salt and pepper and fry for 5-6 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash hands and utensils after handling raw meat.
Rice On
2
  • Meanwhile, pour the boiled water into a saucepan with 1/4 tsp salt on high heat.
  • Boil the rice, 10-12 mins. 
  • While the rice cooks, quarter the lime.
Sauce Time
3
  • Stir in the tomato puree, ginger puree, Indonesian style spice mix, coconut milk, chicken stock paste and sugar (see pantry). 
  • Lower the heat and simmer, 3-4 mins. IMPORTANT: Cook the chicken so there's no pink in the middle.
  • Add a good squeeze of lime juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Remove from the heat.
Dinner's Ready!
4
  • Once the rice is cooked, drain well then share out between your bowls.
  • Spoon over the chicken stew.
  • Serve with any remaining lime quarters for squeezing over.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the delicious blend of spices and ginger, though some found it could use more punch or spiciness.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers praised how quick and easy this dish was to prepare, with several noting it took just 15 minutes.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding extra vegetables like sweetcorn, broccoli, or peppers; some found the green beans needed longer cooking.
  • Portions: Several customers mentioned the protein portion was small; adding more chicken and vegetables could improve the meal.
  • Texture: Some found the jasmine rice too sticky or chalky; basmati rice might be a good alternative.
AI-generated from customer reviews

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