Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl
A warm and comforting coconut chicken rice bowl that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 lb diced chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a little oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken breasts and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced ginger and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the jasmine rice, coconut milk, and chicken broth (or water) to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl!
Notes
Rice thickens more as it cools; don’t panic if it seems a bit soupy at first. Consider adding vegetables or spices to customize.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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