Description
Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a flavorful and nutritious meal combining tender marinated chicken, creamy coconut rice, and sautéed vegetables, topped with fresh herbs and lime for a tropical twist. It’s a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner option that’s easy to prepare and customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks
- 1 cup coconut milk (for marinating the chicken)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup coconut milk (for rice)
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt (for rice)
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup snap peas
- Handful of cilantro for topping
- Lime wedges to serve
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken with 1 cup coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Rinse rice under cold water. In a pot, add rinsed rice, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 cup water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- While the rice cooks, heat oil in a frying pan and sauté bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- In the same pan, cook the marinated chicken with its marinade for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and browned.
- Assemble the bowls by layering coconut rice, sautéed vegetables, and cooked chicken. Top with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for more intense flavor.
- Use tofu or shrimp as alternative proteins.
- Substitute rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for dietary needs.
- Add chili slices or sriracha for extra heat.
- Store components separately to maintain freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl, tropical rice bowl, coconut rice with chicken, healthy rice bowl, easy chicken dinner