Description
Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite. Juicy chicken glazed in sweet chili sauce pairs perfectly with a creamy coconut lime drizzle, creating an unforgettable meal that impresses at any gathering. This recipe is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite vegetables or grains, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken breasts with sweet chili sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- 3. Make the drizzle: Mix coconut milk with lime juice in a separate bowl until smooth.
- 4. Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add sliced red bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- 5. Assemble bowls: Layer cooked rice or quinoa in each bowl, top with sautéed vegetables and sliced chicken, then drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg