Coconut Chicken and Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish perfect for weeknight dinners, combining tender chicken with creamy coconut milk and fragrant rice.
Author:Nada
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Asian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
1 cup jasmine rice
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
Stir in jasmine rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and ginger for a few hours before cooking.
Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added nutrition.
This dish can be made in advance and reheated for quick meals.