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One Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A quick and delicious one-pot meal that combines chicken, rice, and creamy coconut milk for an incredibly flavorful dinner with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

  • Chicken (breast or thighs)
  • Uncooked jasmine rice
  • Full-fat coconut milk
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Ginger (optional)
  • Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Fresh herbs (scallions or cilantro) for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a big pot or deep pan, sauté the chicken until golden brown, avoiding overcrowding the pan.
  2. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger (if using) and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth.
  4. Add the uncooked rice into the pot.
  5. Cover and simmer until the rice absorbs the liquid and is creamy.
  6. Turn off the heat, fluff the rice, and serve garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

For best results, avoid lifting the lid while cooking to keep steam inside. Use thighs for tender chicken that won’t dry out.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pot Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg