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Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl

Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: A Sweet Escape to Tropical Bliss

This Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick and customizable meal blending flavors of coconut and tender chicken in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breasts can substitute with shrimp, tofu, or chickpeas
For the Sauce
  • 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz; light coconut milk works for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 3 cloves garlic minced; can use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated; ground ginger can be used but adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh is ideal but bottled works in a pinch
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice use jasmine, basmati, or brown rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil coconut oil is perfect, olive oil can be used
For Garnishing
  • fresh cilantro or green onions can use parsley as an alternative

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the diced chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice, simmering for about 5-7 minutes while stirring occasionally.
  5. Prepare the cooked rice according to package instructions, typically taking about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Once the sauce thickens, serve the chicken mixture over bowls of cooked rice and garnish with cilantro or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose fresh ingredients for best flavor and store leftovers appropriately.

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