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Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl

Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: Quick Tropical Comfort Awaits

This Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick and comforting meal that brings a burst of tropical flavor to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts substitute with shrimp, tofu, or chickpeas for a vegetarian option
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
For the Sauce
  • 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk use light coconut milk for a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce tamari is a perfect gluten-free alternative
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh lime is ideal
For the Rice
  • 2 cups cooked rice Jasmine, Basmati, or Brown Rice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or coconut oil
Seasoning & Garnish
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • to taste fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable or coconut oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sprinkling with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
  3. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in one can of coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and the juice of one lime. Bring to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. While the chicken simmers, cook 2 cups of rice following package instructions. Keep warm until ready to assemble.
  6. Spoon the chicken and coconut sauce over the prepared rice in individual bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a creamier sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir it during the simmering stage. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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