Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe
This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines tender chicken thighs marinated in a sweet chili sauce with a creamy coconut lime drizzle. Served over jasmine rice and garnished with fresh herbs, it’s a delightful meal that’s easy to make and sure to impress.
- Author: admin1
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
For the Coconut Lime Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp sweet chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili sauce or sriracha (optional)
For Serving:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and lime juice. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Coconut Lime Drizzle: In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, sweet chili sauce, and optional chili sauce. Chill until ready to use.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and caramelized. Let rest, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowls: Add jasmine rice to bowls, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro, green onions, crushed red pepper, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness and heat levels of the sweet chili sauce to suit your preference.
- For extra flavor, you can add some toasted sesame seeds or chopped peanuts as a garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl, Coconut Lime Drizzle, Asian Fusion Recipe, Grilled Chicken