Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle. This dish brings together perfectly grilled chicken glazed with sweet chili sauce, fluffy jasmine rice, and a luscious coconut lime drizzle that adds a tropical twist. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s a versatile meal that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level to make it your own. Perfectly satisfying and nutritious, this bowl is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime juice in a medium bowl. Add chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through. Allow resting for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk and honey; simmer over low heat until slightly thickened (about 5–7 minutes).
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base, topped with sliced chicken and coconut drizzle. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg