Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: A Cozy One-Pot Delight!
Experience the warm embrace of Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice, a delightful one-pot dish that brings comfort to your table. Combining creamy coconut milk with tender chicken thighs and aromatic spices, this recipe delivers rich flavors in just 45 minutes. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, it’s versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables or spices. Whether you’re an experienced cook or a novice in the kitchen, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can whip up a savory meal everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 stalks green onions (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges (to serve)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: mince garlic, grate ginger, and chop green onions.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs; season with salt and pepper, browning on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add rice along with curry powder and turmeric. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork, stir in fresh cilantro, and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve warm topped with green onions and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg