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Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe

Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe

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This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a flavorful and vibrant dish that combines the sweetness of chili sauce with the creaminess of coconut milk, all brought together with a zesty lime kick. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal!

Ingredients

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Marinade:

  • 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

Coconut Lime Drizzle:

  • 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp chili sauce or sriracha (optional)

Additional:

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Crushed red pepper (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Assemble the Bowls: Add jasmine rice to bowls, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro, green onions, crushed red pepper, and lime wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of sweetness and heat by tweaking the amount of sweet chili sauce and chili sauce/sriracha in the recipe.
  • Feel free to customize the bowl with your favorite toppings such as avocado, roasted peanuts, or pickled vegetables.

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Keywords: Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl, Coconut Lime Drizzle, Asian Fusion, Grilled Chicken