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Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice

Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice that Wows Your Taste Buds

This Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice brings together sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for impressing loved ones or gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce adjust to spice preference
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice or long-grain rice
  • 1 can Coconut Milk alternative: full-fat cream
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks Green Onions freshly chopped
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine maple syrup, Sriracha, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper until well blended. Add the chicken breasts and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, and equal amount of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove marinated chicken from the bowl, shake off excess, and sear for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Pour remaining marinade into the skillet, allowing it to simmer on medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens. This creates a sticky glaze on the chicken.
  5. Once rice is cooked, remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork to combine the coconut milk evenly.
  6. To serve, spoon coconut rice onto each plate, arrange glazed Spicy Maple Chicken on top, and garnish with green onions and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Check chicken temperature to ensure it's cooked through. Serve fresh for optimal texture.

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