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Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice

Sweet and Spicy Maple Chicken with Creamy Coconut Rice

Delight in the flavors of Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice, a quick and delicious meal perfect for any night.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken (breast or thighs) Use thighs for extra juiciness
  • 3 tbsp Maple Syrup Adjust based on desired sweetness
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha Adjust for preference
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp Ginger (minced)
  • Salt & Pepper For seasoning to taste
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For cooking the chicken
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice
  • 0.5 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Water
  • Pinch of Salt
For Garnishes
  • Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
  • Lime Wedges
  • Toasted Coconut Flakes Optional
  • Sliced Green Onions Optional

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • fork

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then combine with coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Season chicken with salt and pepper, add to marinade and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add marinated chicken, cooking for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Pour remaining marinade into skillet and let simmer for 2 minutes until thickened.
  4. Serve coconut rice in bowls, top with chicken and sticky glaze, and garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toasted coconut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 24gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, store chicken and rice separately to maintain texture. Rinse rice thoroughly to prevent gumminess.

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