Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl
A delightful dish combining creamy coconut milk with tender chicken and flavorful spices, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) for garnish
- Crunchy vegetables (like bell peppers, carrots, and cucumber) for topping
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice with water according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Sauté diced chicken in a skillet until browned.
- Stir in coconut milk, curry powder, garlic powder, and ginger.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Combine everything together for a delightful meal.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation. Adjust the curry powder to match your spice preference. Consider marinating the chicken in lime juice and spices for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/creamy-coconut-chicken-bowls/