Cơm gà Tam Kỳ is a traditional dish originating from the beach town of Tam Kỳ, hence the name. The dish is assembled in layers, with yellow-tinted rice that's cooked in chicken broth, aromatic herbs, and chicken that's boiled with ginger, turmeric, and green onions, then shredded.

The leftover water from boiling the chicken with spices is used to cook the rice, and that's the reason why the rice is yellow-colored when the dish is served. It's often accompanied by a combination of shredded papaya, carrots, chili sauce, and soy sauce.