Description
A creamy, flavorful, and easy one-pan meal featuring tender baked chicken and jasmine rice in a rich coconut milk sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos)
1 tsp lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
1 tbsp vegetable or coconut oil
salt and pepper to taste
fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet. Sear chicken cubes for 2-3 mins.
- Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 min.
- Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir.
- Gently fold in cooked rice until coated.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 18-22 mins, until chicken is cooked.
- Rest for 5 mins, then garnish and serve.
Notes
- For a lighter sauce, use light coconut milk.
- Substitute chicken with shrimp, tofu, or chickpeas.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Fresh lime juice and ginger are recommended for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g