Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle! This delightful dish combines juicy chicken thighs coated in a sticky sweet chili sauce, served over fluffy jasmine rice, and finished with a creamy coconut lime drizzle. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for customization to suit your family’s taste. With fresh veggies and a burst of tropical flavor, every bite is an adventure. Enjoy this colorful bowl that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Diced fresh tomatoes
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken thighs, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear; cook according to package instructions.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Add leftover marinade and cook until thickened.
- Make the coconut lime drizzle: Whisk coconut milk, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Serve rice topped with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, green onions, and drizzle generously with coconut lime sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg