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Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice

Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: Your Cozy One-Pot Wonder

Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice is a comforting one-pot dish featuring chicken thighs and creamy coconut milk, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 can (14 ounces) Coconut Milk
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated or minced
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice
For Serving
  • 1 each Lime Wedges For squeezing over
  • Fresh Herbs (e.g., cilantro) For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by mincing 2 cloves of garlic and grating 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger. Cut 1 pound of chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the chicken thighs to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. Add 4 cups of chicken broth and the 1 can of coconut milk. Stir well and bring to a rolling boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Prepare 1 cup of jasmine rice in another pot according to package instructions, typically in 2 cups of water for about 15-18 minutes.
  7. Serve by scooping rice into bowls, ladling the chicken and broth mixture over, and garnishing with fresh herbs and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with additional vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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