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Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: A Tropical Twist in 20 Minutes

Tropical Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl: Easy Comfort in 20 Minutes

Experience the tropical delight of Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl in just 20 minutes, transforming dinner into a flavorful escape.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Comfort Food, Tropical
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • cookpot for rice

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts Substitute with shrimp, tofu, or chickpeas for a vegetarian twist.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or coconut oil) Olive oil works as a great alternative.

For the Sauce

  • 1 can coconut milk Light coconut milk offers a lower-calorie option.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Switch to tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used in a bind.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger Grated; ground ginger can be a substitute if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice Fresh lime is preferred, but bottled lime juice is fine.
  • salt Essential for seasoning; adjust according to your taste.
  • pepper Essential for seasoning; adjust according to your taste.

For Serving

  • 2 cups cooked rice Jasmine, basmati, or brown rice.
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro or green onions Brightens the dish; parsley is a good alternative.

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat vegetable or coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  • Add diced boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce (or tamari), and lime juice. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  • Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions. Fluff when done and set aside.
  • Spoon chicken and coconut sauce over rice. Garnish with cilantro or green onions; optionally, squeeze additional lime juice.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Prepare ahead for meal prep convenience and store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword 30-Minute Meal, Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl, easy recipe, meal prep, Quick Dinner, Tropical Flavor
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