Description
If you’re in search of a delightful dish that strikes the perfect balance between comfort and excitement, look no further than Spicy Maple Chicken with Coconut Rice. This recipe features tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy glaze made from maple syrup and sriracha, perfectly complemented by creamy coconut rice. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings, inviting everyone to enjoy a meal bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Lime wedges (optional)
- Toasted coconut flakes (optional)
- Sliced green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Rice: Rinse jasmine rice until clear. Combine with coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes. Let sit off heat for 5 minutes before fluffing.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté for 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. Pour over cooked chicken and stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve: Spoon coconut rice onto plates and top with spicy maple chicken. Garnish as desired with cilantro, lime wedges, toasted coconut flakes, or green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg