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Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice

Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice: A Sweet & Savory Escape

This Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice combines sweet and spicy flavors for a quick and delightful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast/Thighs Thighs for juiciness or breasts for leanness
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Rice vinegar is a substitute
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Fresh preferred
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Basmati can be used
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat or light
  • 1 cup Water Necessary for cooking rice
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavors
Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish
  • 2 Lime Wedges For serving
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes Optional garnish
  • 2 Sliced Green Onions For topping

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing.
  2. In a bowl, whisk maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then toss in marinade. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add marinated chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Pour remaining marinade into skillet and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. To serve, place coconut rice in bowls, top with glazed chicken, and garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and other toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Mind the marinade time for maximum flavor. Rinse the rice to avoid gummyness. Adjust sriracha to your heat preference.

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