Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a delicious and flavorful meal that combines tender grilled chicken with a creamy coconut lime sauce. The sweet and spicy flavors are perfectly balanced, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
Coconut Lime Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp sweet chili sauce or sriracha (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime juice. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Coconut Lime Drizzle: In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, a spoonful of sweet chili sauce, and optional chili sauce. Chill until ready to use.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and caramelized. Let rest, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowls: Add jasmine rice to bowls, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro, green onions, crushed red pepper, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
