Description
Indulge in the vibrant and satisfying Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl, a quick and easy dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This delightful meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with ginger and spices, this bowl is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with protein to keep you fueled throughout the day. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy a comforting yet healthy dinner that’s sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs diced chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or dried herbs
- 1/2 onion (minced)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/4 cup canned light coconut milk
- 1 tbsp of tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- Fresh cilantro
- 3 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
- More coconut milk (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, smoked paprika, and herbs.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Brown the chicken for about 3-5 minutes; remove from skillet.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth; add tomato paste, coconut milk, and salt.
- Simmer sauce until thickened; return chicken to skillet and cook until heated through.
- Serve over rice, garnished with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg