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Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl

Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: An Easy, Delicious Comfort Dish

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced

Instructions

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  4. In a separate pan, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
  5. Add the peas and bell pepper to the chicken and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve the coconut rice topped with the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lime juice and soy sauce for an hour before cooking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or corn.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl