Description

This Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and creamy dish made with tender chicken, fragrant coconut rice, and fresh toppings. It’s a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly tangy flavors, making it a delicious and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Coconut Rice:

1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tablespoon coconut oil (or olive oil)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional, for spice)

Toppings & Garnish:

1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup cucumber (sliced)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Lime wedges (for serving)

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Instructions

Cook the Coconut Rice:
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, water, and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add garlic, ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fully cooked.
Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and sriracha.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Assemble the Bowl:
- Divide the coconut rice into bowls.
- Top with the cooked chicken and drizzle any extra sauce over the top.
- Add shredded carrots, cucumber, cilantro, green onions, toasted coconut flakes, and sesame seeds.
- Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!

Notes

You can use brown rice instead of jasmine rice for a healthier option.

Add avocado or mango for extra flavor and freshness.

For a vegetarian version, swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas.

Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha.