Description
A delicious and easy-to-make coconut chicken and rice dish, perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner. The sweet and savory flavors blend perfectly for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, coconut milk, soy sauce, and honey. Bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook on low heat for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat coconut milk for creamier rice.
- Adjust honey for more or less sweetness.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: coconut chicken, Valentine's Day dinner, sweet and savory, easy dinner recipe