Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl With Coconut Lime Drizzle
This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken tossed in a savory-sweet chili sauce, topped with a refreshing coconut lime drizzle. It's a vibrant meal perfect for lunch or dinner, combining colorful veggies and aromatic rice for a complete experience.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or frying pan
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 whisk
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 4 serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped mix of red and green
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- ½ cup carrots, sliced
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and lime zest to prepare the coconut lime drizzle. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken thighs and season with garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the sweet chili sauce and soy sauce, coating the chicken evenly. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- In a separate medium saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the broccoli and carrots. Blanch for 2-3 minutes, then add the bell peppers and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- To assemble the bowls, start with a layer of cooked jasmine rice in serving bowls.
- Top the rice with the sweet chili chicken mixture and the sautéed vegetables.
- Drizzle the coconut lime sauce over the top of each bowl and serve immediately.
- For an extra kick, consider adding sliced fresh chili or red pepper flakes to taste.
- Serve with fresh lime wedges for added zest.
Notes
Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or seasonal availability.
For an extra kick, add sliced fresh chili or red pepper flakes.
This dish pairs well with fresh lime wedges for added zest.