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Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice

Savory Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a comforting Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice that combines sweet and spicy flavors for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup substitute with honey if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 3 cloves minced garlic fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice or substitute brown rice
  • 1 can coconut milk light coconut milk for lower calories
  • 1 cup water maintain a 1:1 ratio with coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon oil neutral oil like canola or vegetable
For Garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced
  • 2 pieces lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Medium-sized pot
  • large skillet
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Sriracha sauce, minced garlic, fresh ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rice, coconut milk, and water. Bring to a boil, reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  3. In a skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade, and sear chicken for 6-7 minutes each side until golden brown and cooked through. Keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, pour reserved marinade, scraping browned bits, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove cooked rice from heat, keep covered for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  6. Plate coconut rice and top with chicken. Drizzle thickened marinade over the chicken and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Adjust rice water ratio for desired fluffiness. Store leftovers properly for future use.

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