Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl (Printable Version)

Tender chicken in creamy coconut sauce over rice, finished with fresh herbs for a quick tropical dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
02 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For the Sauce

03 - 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (regular or light)
04 - 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten/soy-free)
05 - 1 tsp fresh lime juice
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated

→ For the Rice Base

08 - 2 cups cooked jasmine, basmati, or brown rice

→ For Cooking

09 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil or coconut oil

→ For Garnish

10 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped, or sliced green onions

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
02 - Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
03 - Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
05 - Meanwhile, prepare the rice as per package instructions if not already cooked.
06 - To serve, spoon rice into bowls, top with coconut chicken and sauce, and garnish with cilantro or green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The coconut sauce creates this velvety richness that clings to every grain of rice
  • It comes together in thirty minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The leftovers reheat beautifully for tomorrow's lunch
02 -
  • Simmering the sauce too long will cause the coconut milk to separate, so keep an eye on it
  • Room temperature coconut milk incorporates more smoothly than cold from the fridge
03 -
  • Toasted cashews or peanuts sprinkled on top add this incredible crunch contrast
  • Extra lime wedges on the side let everyone adjust the brightness to their taste
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