When you get home late, something warm can sound good without turning the kitchen into a big project. Pumpkin, millet, and already cooked shredded chicken can simmer together into an ordinary dinner that feels soft and easy to finish.
Ingredients for two
- About half a cup of millet, rinsed;
- About one cup of small pumpkin cubes;
- One cup of already cooked shredded chicken;
- About four cups of water or lower-sodium broth, plus ginger and scallions if you like them.
Method
- Bring millet, pumpkin, and water to a boil, then simmer gently until the millet and pumpkin are soft.
- Add the already cooked shredded chicken, warm it through, and season in your own usual way.
- Spoon into bowls and finish with scallions. For a thicker texture, let it cook a little longer.
You can replace chicken with tofu or another cooked ingredient you enjoy. If there are leftovers, divide them into shallow containers and refrigerate promptly according to food-safety guidance. That can make tomorrow's lunch feel easier too.
Would you add ginger, scallions, or a different aroma to your bowl?
Food-safety note: FoodSafety.gov leftover refrigeration information
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