Coconut Chicken and Rice: An Easy Valentine’s Day Delight
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A delightful and easy coconut chicken and rice recipe perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: gluten-free
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., peas and carrots)
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add jasmine rice and sauté for a few minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Add the chicken back into the skillet, along with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
- Consider using a squeeze of lime for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg