Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl
A delightful dish combining tender chicken, fragrant coconut rice, and colorful vegetables, offering a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, peas)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions but substitute half of the water with coconut milk for added flavor.
- In a large skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the mixed vegetables and cook until tender.
- Pour the chicken broth and soy sauce into the skillet, and let simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve the coconut rice in bowls topped with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
For richer coconut flavor, use only coconut milk to cook the rice. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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