Coconut Chicken Rice: Easy Family Recipe for Homemade Comfort
Enjoy this easy and comforting Coconut Chicken & Rice recipe that’s perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until browned.
- Add rice to the pot and stir to coat.
- Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Stir in frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Chicken & Rice