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Traditional Indonesian Bubur Ayam with Shredded Chicken Satay

Name: Traditional Indonesian Bubur Ayam with Shredded Chicken Satay
Prep time: 27 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 107 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 1 cup jasmine rice; 6 cups chicken stock; 1 tablespoon ginger, sliced; Salt to taste; 2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips; 1/4 cup coconut milk; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon peanut butter; Skewers; 1/4 cup fried shallots; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; Handful of chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)

Bubur Ayam is a beloved Indonesian breakfast dish featuring creamy rice porridge, tender shredded chicken, and a medley of flavorful toppings.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 2, 2025

Traditional Indonesian Bubur Ayam with Shredded Chicken Satay — Breakfast served and photographed from above

Prep

27 min

Cook

1 h 20 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Bubur (Rice Porridge)

Satay

Garnishes

Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 433 kcal
Protein: 28.5 g
Carbs: 49.3 g
Fat: 11.3 g
Fiber: 1.3 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1732 kcal
Protein: 114 g
Carbs: 197 g
Fat: 45 g
Fiber: 5.3 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup jasmine rice	704	13	155	1	2
6 cups chicken stock	120	6	4	6	0
1 tablespoon ginger sliced	5	0.1	1	0.1	0.2
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
2 boneless chicken breasts cut into thin strips	460	82	0	10	0
1/4 cup coconut milk	138	1	3	14	0
2 teaspoons soy sauce	10	1	1	0	0
1 tablespoon peanut butter	94	4	3	8	1
Skewers	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup fried shallots	90	2	10	6	1
2 green onions thinly sliced	10	0.8	2	0	1
Handful of chopped cilantro	1	0.1	0.1	0	0.1
1/4 cup soy sauce	40	4	6	0	0
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)	60	1	12	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken Satay

1
Mix Marinade
In a bowl, mix coconut milk, soy sauce, and peanut butter.
2
Coat Chicken
Add the chicken strips, ensuring they're well coated.
Tip: Skewering the chicken before cooking helps maintain its shape and ensures even cooking.
3
Marinate
Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Rice Porridge

1
Rinse Rice
Rinse the rice thoroughly and drain.
2
Combine Ingredients
In a pot, combine rice, chicken stock, sliced ginger, and salt.
3
Cook Porridge
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Keep an eye on the porridge to prevent burning.

How to Make Traditional Indonesian Bubur Ayam with Shredded Chicken Satay

Total time: 1 h 47 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Satay
Preheat a grill or grill pan on medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers and grill until cooked through, about 8 minutes, turning occasionally.
2
Preparing the Porridge
Simmer the porridge, stirring occasionally until the rice is tender and thickened, about 40 minutes.
3
Assembling the Dish
Spoon the porridge into bowls, top with grilled chicken satay, garnish, and drizzle with sauces.