Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl (Printable Version)

Creamy coconut chicken over fluffy rice with fresh herbs and zesty lime.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
02 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ For the Sauce

03 - 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

→ For the Rice Base

08 - 2 cups cooked jasmine rice

→ For Cooking

09 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

→ For Garnish

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Season diced chicken generously with salt and pepper. Add to hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
03 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
04 - Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to combine and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken.
05 - Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions if not already prepared. Fluff with a fork before serving.
06 - Divide warm rice among serving bowls. Top with coconut chicken and generous sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • The sauce comes together faster than you can order takeout but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day, if they last that long
02 -
  • Do not rush the initial chicken sear that golden color equals deep flavor you cannot get any other way
  • The sauce will continue thickening as it stands off the heat so do not over reduce it in the pan
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before seasoning to get the best sear
  • Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled the difference is noticeable in the final flavor balance
Go Back