Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: Easy Recipe for a Flavorful Meal
A delicious and easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl recipe that is packed with flavor and perfect for any meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chopped cilantro
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Add the rinsed jasmine rice to the pot. Stir gently, then cover and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For more flavor, marinate the chicken in the soy sauce and spices before cooking.
- Serve with additional lime wedges and cilantro on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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