Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a better-than-takeout meal ready in 30 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to crispy chicken. Jump to Recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad Recipe and Tortellini Carbonara (30 minutes).
Why This Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken with a tender bite
- Flavorful coconut rice with a hint of sweetness
- Fresh veggies that add a satisfying crunch
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Coconut milk
- Jasmine rice
- Bell peppers
- Broccoli
- Curry powder
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Lime juice
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Toasted coconut flakes
- Optional: Sliced jalapeños
- Optional: Lime wedges
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Thinly slice for faster cooking and crispier results.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Stainless Steel Skillet — Even heat distribution for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- Instant Pot — Cooks rice perfectly in half the time. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
- Cook Rice: Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice. Combine with 1 can of coconut milk and 1/2 cup of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Season 1 lb of thinly sliced chicken breasts with 1 tbsp of curry powder, 1 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tsp of black pepper. Cook in a hot skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook Veggies: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp of oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp of grated ginger, 1 diced bell pepper, and 2 cups of broccoli florets. Cook for 5 minutes until tender.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tbsp of honey, and 1 tbsp of lime juice. Pour into the skillet and cook for 1 more minute.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice and chicken among bowls. Top with cooked veggies, green onions, and your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken. Cook in batches if needed to maintain a high heat and achieve a crispy texture.
- Time-saving tip: Prepare ingredients ahead of time and store in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Variation: Add your favorite protein or vegetables to customize this dish.
Storing & Reheating Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Rice and chicken can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Freezing Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for faster cooking and crispier results.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook rice and chicken ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try cooking it in batches or increasing the heat of the skillet.
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Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Coconut milk
- Jasmine rice
- Bell peppers
- Broccoli
Seasonings
- Curry powder
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Lime juice
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Sliced jalapeños
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook Rice: Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice. Combine with 1 can of coconut milk and 1/2 cup of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Cook Chicken: Season 1 lb of thinly sliced chicken breasts with 1 tbsp of curry powder, 1 tsp of salt, and 1/2 tsp of black pepper. Cook in a hot skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until crispy and cooked through.
- Cook Veggies: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp of oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp of grated ginger, 1 diced bell pepper, and 2 cups of broccoli florets. Cook for 5 minutes until tender.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tbsp of honey, and 1 tbsp of lime juice. Pour into the skillet and cook for 1 more minute.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked rice and chicken among bowls. Top with cooked veggies, green onions, and your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for faster cooking and crispier results.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook rice and chicken ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try cooking it in batches or increasing the heat of the skillet.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Rice and chicken can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can cook the rice and chicken ahead of time and store separately in the fridge. Reheat before serving.
Make sure your skillet is hot enough and avoid overcrowding the pan. Cooking in batches may be necessary.
Yes, you can cook the rice in the Instant Pot according to the manufacturer's instructions. Cook the chicken and veggies separately on the stovetop.
You can substitute coconut milk with chicken broth or water, but it may affect the flavor and richness of the dish.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just make sure to use gluten-free soy sauce if necessary.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
