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One Pot Sticky Coconut Rice & Chicken

One Pot Sticky Coconut Rice & Chicken is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender chicken thighs with creamy coconut rice and aromatic spices. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering an explosion of flavors while minimizing cleanup.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper; brown in the pot for about 5 minutes on each side until golden but not fully cooked.
  4. Stir in rinsed rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, soy sauce, and brown sugar; mix well.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat; let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: One-pot cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For added flavor depth, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and ginger beforehand. - Substitute brown rice for jasmine rice; adjust cooking time by adding an extra 10-15 minutes.