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Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice

Creamy Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice for Cozy Nights

Enjoy this Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice, a creamy and comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth substitute with vegetable broth for vegan option
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk use full-fat for best texture
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons red curry paste
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • to taste teaspoon salt
  • to taste teaspoon black pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs can substitute with chickpeas
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice jasmine rice for an aromatic alternative
For Garnishing
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced
  • fresh cilantro to taste
  • 1 wedge lime for squeezing

Equipment

  • Medium pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Melt a tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in red curry paste, chicken broth, and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add boneless chicken thighs, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes on medium-low heat until cooked through.
  4. Cook the long-grain white rice separately according to package instructions.
  5. Remove chicken from the pot, slice into bite-sized pieces, and allow to rest.
  6. Assemble by placing rice in bowls, ladling broth over, topping with chicken, and garnishing with green onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegetarian twist, substitute chicken with chickpeas and customize the vegetables used in the dish.

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