Description
Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and comforting texture, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This dish features tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk, served over fluffy jasmine rice, making it both nourishing and versatile. Customizable with fresh herbs and vegetables, it’s an easy way to elevate your dinner experience. In just 35 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only satisfying but bursting with flavor from coconut milk, spices, and a hint of lime. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with your favorite toppings, this Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- Fresh lime juice
- Olive oil or coconut oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or basil, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Optional toppings: sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, toasted coconut flakes, chopped peanuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, turmeric, chili flakes, salt, and pepper for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken for 4–6 minutes until browned.
- Add coconut milk and honey to the skillet; simmer for 6–8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Serve over jasmine rice; garnish with cilantro or basil, lime wedges, and optional toppings like cucumber or peanuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg