Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a vibrant and flavorful meal featuring tender chicken thighs glazed in sweet chili sauce, served over jasmine rice with a creamy coconut lime drizzle and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds, lime wedges
Instructions
- Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions. Stir in coconut milk and lime juice, then keep warm.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook 5–6 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- Brush chicken with sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, cooking an additional 2 minutes to glaze.
- Serve chicken over coconut-lime rice, topped with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and lime wedges, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in sweet chili sauce and soy sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Swap chicken thighs for chicken breast if preferred.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat gently to preserve texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired