Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe is creamy, comforting, and full of fresh flavor. Tender chicken, fluffy jasmine rice, colorful vegetables, and rich coconut sauce create an easy homemade dinner everyone will enjoy.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520 kcal
Large skillet
Medium saucepan
Rice cooker or pot
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Wooden spoon
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
Mixing bowl
Citrus juicer
- 2 large chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Lime wedges for serving
Season the Chicken
Place the chicken strips into a mixing bowl. Add salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss everything together carefully until every piece of chicken gets evenly coated with the flavorful seasoning mixture.
Make the Coconut Sauce
Reduce the heat slightly and add butter into the skillet. Stir in garlic and grated ginger. Cook for one minute until fragrant, then pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and red pepper flakes.
Prepare the Vegetables
Steam the broccoli florets until slightly tender but still bright green. Slice the cucumber and prepare the shredded carrots. Fresh vegetables add color, crunch, and freshness to the creamy coconut chicken rice bowl.
Assemble the Rice Bowls
Divide the warm rice into serving bowls. Top with creamy coconut chicken, broccoli, carrots, and cucumber slices. Sprinkle chopped green onions over everything and serve with fresh lime wedges on the side.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer sauce
- Fresh lime juice gives the best flavor
- Do not overcook the chicken because it can become dry
- Add spinach or snap peas for extra vegetables
- Fresh cilantro tastes wonderful as a garnish
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Add a splash of coconut milk before reheating if needed
- Keep fresh vegetables separate for better texture
Keyword Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe