Description
Delicious coconut chicken served over fluffy jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Breast or Thighs (Can substitute with shrimp, tofu, or salmon.)
- 1/3 cup Maple Syrup (Use agave nectar for a vegan alternative.)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha (Adjust based on desired spice level.)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Substitute with tamari for gluten-free.)
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice (Can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.)
- 1 can Coconut Milk (Full-fat for richer flavor.)
- 1 cup Water
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro
- 2 pieces Lime Wedges
- 1/4 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes (Optional.)
- 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions
Instructions
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear, then combine rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- In a medium bowl, mix maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ginger. Season chicken with salt and pepper, immerse in marinade, and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Pour remaining marinade into skillet and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Scoop coconut rice into bowls, place chicken on top, and add garnishes like cilantro, lime wedges, coconut flakes, and green onions.
Notes
- This dish can easily be made vegan by substituting chicken with tofu and using agave nectar instead of maple syrup.
- Adjust the level of Sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg