Chicken Rice

At this Penang institution, four generations have perfected the art of Hainanese chicken rice while honoring a grandmother’s original recipe.

Fragrant rice, tender chicken, and bold dipping sauce—Thai chicken rice is a must-try classic. We take you through its origins and MICHELIN-approved spots for this iconic dish.

Unlike the age-old puzzle — which came first, the chicken or the egg, there is no such quarrel over the chicken and the rice when it comes to which was first discovered by humans for consumption. Let's explore the various renditions of chicken rice across Asia!

Here's an easy chicken menu you can try at home.

On paper, chicken rice might sound like a dull meal, but subtle details in the nuanced dish make all the difference. Just ask the groups of friends at Ruen Ton (Bib Gourmand) many of whom have to queue for its Hainanese Chicken Rice during lunch peak hours.