Easy Recipes Dinner: Indulgent Coconut Chicken and Rice Delight
A delightful recipe for Coconut Chicken and Rice that offers a simple yet indulgent dinner option.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup peas
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, curry powder, and garlic powder.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the rice, coconut milk, and chicken broth.
- Place the chicken back into the pan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add peas in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Fluff rice and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with spices ahead of time.
- This dish pairs well with fresh herbs as a garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Easy Recipes Dinner, Coconut Chicken, Rice