Description
Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice combines sweet maple syrup and spicy sriracha with tender chicken, served over creamy coconut-infused jasmine rice. A fusion dinner that’s both comforting and bold, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp sriracha (adjust based on how spicy you want it)
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, minced
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup jasmine rice
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup water
Pinch of salt
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Toasted coconut flakes (optional, for garnish)
Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Coconut Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and ginger. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then toss it through the marinade. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to soak in the flavors.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken, cooking 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Pour in any remaining marinade and let it simmer for 2 more minutes to glaze the chicken.
- Assemble Bowls: Serve the spicy maple chicken over a bed of coconut rice. Finish with cilantro, lime wedges, toasted coconut flakes, and sliced green onions, if desired.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
- Substitute jasmine rice for brown rice or quinoa for a heartier or gluten-free option.
- For more vegetables, add steamed broccoli or snap peas before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
