Coconut Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful Dinner Delight!
Coconut Chicken and Rice is a delicious and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken with creamy coconut milk and fragrant rice, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 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
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken thighs to the pot, browning them on both sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, then stir in the soy sauce.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the rinsed rice.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, cooking for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and ginger for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made in a rice cooker for convenience.