Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice
A delightful dish that combines sweet maple syrup and spicy sriracha with creamy coconut rice, offering a satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Chicken Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp sriracha Adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking
Coconut Rice Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt
Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
Cook the Coconut Rice
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring everything to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Marinate the Chicken
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ginger.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then toss them in the marinade until well-coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour in any remaining marinade and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
Assemble the Bowl
- Place a generous serving of the coconut rice in a bowl or plate.
- Add the cooked chicken pieces on top.
- Finish with garnishes of fresh cilantro, lime wedges, toasted coconut flakes, or sliced green onions.
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Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, and adjust sriracha to taste for desired spiciness. Adding a teaspoon of lime juice to the rice is a nice touch.