Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: A Cozy One-Pot Delight! Recipe
Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice is a comforting, one-pot dish where tender boneless chicken thighs simmer in a fragrant, creamy broth infused with coconut milk, garlic, ginger, curry powder, and turmeric. Served over jasmine rice and garnished with fresh green onions, cilantro, and lime wedges, this meal offers a perfect balance of warmth, creaminess, and brightness, making it an ideal cozy dinner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Ingredients
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Broth and Seasoning
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon Curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Chicken and Aromatics
- 1 pound Boneless chicken thighs
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 inch Ginger, grated
Rice and Garnishes
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice (or jasmine rice)
- 2 stalks Green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 pieces Lime wedges
- 1 tablespoon Coconut oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt coconut oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, releasing their aromas into the oil.
- Prepare Broth: Stir together chicken broth, coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful broth base.
- Cook Chicken: Add the boneless chicken thighs to the pot with the sautéed aromatics, then pour the prepared broth over them. Cover and simmer gently for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Cook Rice: Meanwhile, cook jasmine rice separately according to package instructions until fluffy and tender.
- Assemble and Serve: Remove the cooked chicken thighs from the broth and slice them. Place the cooked rice in serving bowls, top with sliced chicken and ladle the hot coconut broth over the top.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions and fresh cilantro over each bowl, and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.
Notes
- Use boneless chicken thighs for the best tenderness and flavor retention in the broth.
- Adjust curry powder quantity according to your spice preference.
- You can substitute jasmine rice with basmati or any long-grain rice of your choice.
- For a richer flavor, stir in a little fish sauce or soy sauce if desired.
- Make sure not to overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
Keywords: coconut chicken, brothy rice, one-pot meal, coconut milk, curry chicken, comfort food, Southeast Asian chicken recipe
