Description
A vibrant chicken bowl infused with sweet chili sauce and topped with a refreshing coconut lime drizzle, perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for vegan option)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Start by preheating your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Chop your chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel. In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ginger powder, and reserve a third of this marinade for basting later.
- Toss the chicken in the remaining marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes. Once the grill is hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). While the chicken is grilling, stir-fry the mixed vegetables with a drizzle of oil in a separate pan until tender but still crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
- To serve, place cooked rice in a bowl. Spoon the grilled chicken on top and then add the stir-fried vegetables. Drizzle generously with the coconut lime sauce. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of lime zest!
Notes
For a spicy kick, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the marinade. This dish pairs well with a fresh cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg