Description
This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle offers a vibrant, flavorful meal combining tender chicken coated in sweet chili sauce with fresh vegetables, jasmine rice, and a creamy coconut lime sauce. The dish is an Asian-inspired, gluten-free main course that’s both colorful and satisfying, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Coconut Lime Drizzle
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk (full fat)
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the sweet chili sauce: Pour the sweet chili sauce over the cooked chicken in the pan. Toss to coat the chicken evenly and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the coconut lime drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice and zest, honey, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth and combined.
- Assemble the bowls: Place a scoop of cooked jasmine rice in each bowl. Top the rice with the sweet chili chicken, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, thinly sliced cucumber, and avocado slices.
- Finish and serve: Drizzle each bowl generously with the coconut lime sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a quicker version, use rotisserie chicken tossed directly in sweet chili sauce.
- This bowl can be served warm or cold depending on your preference.
- Add chopped peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.
- Swap jasmine rice for quinoa for a grain-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
