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Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice

A comforting one-pot dish featuring tender chicken, jasmine rice, and a creamy coconut broth infused with garlic and ginger.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Comfort Food
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Dish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts diced
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric optional
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 1 green onion sliced

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and grated ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned.
  5. Stir in jasmine rice and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk.
  7. Add soy sauce, salt, pepper, and turmeric.
  8. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15–18 minutes.
  9. Stir occasionally until rice is tender and broth is flavorful.
  10. Finish with lime juice and cilantro before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chili flakes or fresh lime wedges when serving. This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.