Description
This Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Bowl with Coconut Rice is packed with flavor and texture! Juicy chicken in a spicy peanut sauce pairs perfectly with rich coconut rice and fresh toppings for a satisfying meal
Ingredients
Scale
- Thai Peanut Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup water (to thin the sauce if needed)
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts, for garnish
- Coconut Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- Pinch of salt
- Bowl Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- ½ cup chopped scallions
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Coconut Rice: In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and creamy.
- Make the Thai Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sriracha, honey, lime juice, ginger, and garlic. Add a bit of water to reach your desired consistency.
- Cook the Chicken: In a heated skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Assemble Bowls: In each bowl, layer coconut rice, Thai peanut chicken, shredded carrots, cucumber slices, and scallions. Garnish with crushed peanuts, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use cauliflower rice instead of coconut rice.
- Add extra veggies like red bell pepper or snap peas for more crunch.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less sriracha to the peanut sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Thai-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: ~520 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg