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    Coconut Chicken Rice

    Medium

    Tropical-inspired dish with coconut rice and curry-spiced chicken.

    35 minutes
    Cook Time
    4-6
    Servings
    Main Dishes
    Category
    4.5/5
    Rating

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories445
    Protein30g
    Carbohydrates42g
    Fat18g
    Coconut Chicken Rice - delicious homemade recipe

    Ingredients

    Everything you'll need for this recipe

    • 2 cups jasmine rice
    • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
    • 2 cups chicken stock
    • 2 lbs chicken thighs, cubed
    • 2 tablespoons curry powder
    • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
    • 1 lime, juiced and zested
    • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

    Instructions

    Step-by-step cooking directions

    1. 1

      Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Set aside.

    2. 2

      Season chicken pieces with curry powder, salt, and pepper.

    3. 3

      Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown chicken pieces until golden.

    4. 4

      Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pot, add ginger and cook for 1 minute.

    5. 5

      Add rice and stir to coat for 2 minutes.

    6. 6

      Pour in coconut milk and chicken stock. Bring to a boil.

    7. 7

      Return chicken to the pot, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes.

    8. 8

      Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

    9. 9

      Stir in lime juice, lime zest, and fresh cilantro before serving.

    Pro Tips

    Expert advice for perfect results every time

    💡

    Use full-fat coconut milk for richest flavor

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    Toast the rice briefly for extra nutty flavor

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    Garnish with toasted coconut flakes for extra texture

    Related Tags:

    coconut rice
    thai inspired
    curry chicken
    tropical flavors

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