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Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe

This Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick, flavorful dish made with creamy coconut milk, tender chicken, and fluffy rice. Perfectly portioned for one, it's a comforting, satisfying meal that's easy to prepare and light on your wallet—ideal for a solo lunch or dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Malaysian
Keyword: Coconut Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
Servings: 1
Calories: 500kcal
Cost: $4–5

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup uncooked jasmine rice
  • 1 small chicken breast (about 4–5 oz), diced
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach (optional)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or lime wedge for garnish (optional)

Notes

Cooking Steps:
  1. Cook rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes.
  4. Stir in bell pepper and spinach, cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and simmer for another 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Serve coconut chicken mixture over rice. Garnish with cilantro or lime if desired.