Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle
Sweet, savory, and tangy come together in this vibrant Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle. Juicy chicken glazed in a sticky sweet chili sauce rests on a bed of fluffy jasmine rice, topped with crisp vegetables and a creamy coconut lime drizzle. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive lunch idea, offering balanced flavors with tropical notes, zesty lime brightness, and a hint of heat.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sesame seeds, lime wedges
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in a shallow dish and add sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear. Cook according to package instructions, then fluff with a fork.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until caramelized. Add leftover marinade and let it bubble until thickened.
- Whisk coconut milk, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust lime to taste.
- Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, tomatoes, and green onions. Drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 880mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 6IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg
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