Coconut Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious recipe for Coconut Chicken and Rice that combines tender chicken with flavorful coconut rice, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and add the rice to the skillet, toasting for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stir in soy sauce.
- Place the chicken back into the skillet, cover, and simmer until the rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Try adding vegetables like peas or bell peppers during cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Chicken and Rice, comfort food, chicken recipe