Coconut Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl
This Coconut Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl is a rich, flavorful, and comforting dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a fragrant coconut-ginger sauce, served over fluffy rice. It’s an easy, one-bowl meal packed with warm spices, creamy coconut milk, and a hint of citrus for a perfectly balanced bite.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: ~500 kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
2 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
For the Sauce:
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for extra creaminess)
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
1 teaspoon lime juice
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
For the Rice:
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
2 cups chicken broth or coconut water
½ teaspoon salt
For Garnish:
¼ cup fresh cilantro or basil (chopped)
¼ cup toasted coconut flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Extra lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rice
1. In a pot, bring chicken broth or coconut water to a boil.
2. Stir in rice and salt, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until cooked.
3. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add chicken, ginger, garlic, salt, pepper, and turmeric, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Step 3: Make the Coconut Ginger Sauce
1. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and red pepper flakes
2. Stir and let simmer for 8-10 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and the chicken is fully cooked.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowl
1. Divide the cooked rice into bowls.
2. Spoon the coconut ginger chicken over the rice.
3. Garnish with cilantro, toasted coconut, sesame seeds, and lime wedges.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 500 kcal
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fats: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Serving Suggestions
Add roasted veggies like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli.
Serve with a drizzle of sriracha for extra spice.
Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
Recipe Notes & Variations
Make it vegetarian by swapping chicken for tofu or chickpeas.
Prefer a nutty flavor? Add a spoonful of peanut butter to the sauce.
Meal prep friendly: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This Coconut Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl is an easy, cozy, and nourishing meal perfect for any day of the week.