Description

Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl

This Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that brings the warm, tropical flavors of coconut milk and aromatic spices straight to your table. Inspired by traditional coconut curry dishes, but without the curry paste, this version keeps things simple and satisfying. Perfect for a high-protein lunch or dinner, it’s also great for meal prepping. Enjoy the tender chicken in a creamy coconut sauce over jasmine rice, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Whether you’re gluten-free, dairy-free, or just in need of a quick meal, this bowl will hit the spot!

1 1/2 lbs chicken breast, diced
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or more if desired)
1/4 cup chicken broth
1 1/4 cups light coconut milk
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 tsp kosher salt
3 cups cooked jasmine rice
Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions:
1. Season chicken with salt, paprika, and oregano.
2. Preheat skillet over high heat, spray with oil, and brown chicken for 3-5 mins. Remove chicken.
3. Lower heat, add oil, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 1 min. Add broth, simmer 1 min.
4. Stir in tomato paste, coconut milk, salt. Simmer to thicken, add chicken back, cook for 3-4 mins.
5. Serve over rice, garnish with cilantro.

Prep Time: 30 mins
Kcal: 429