Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe
Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors in this delicious Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with a creamy Coconut Lime Drizzle. This bowl is packed with vibrant Asian-inspired ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Marinated Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Coconut Lime Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp chili sauce or sriracha (optional)
Additional:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
- Lime wedges for garnish
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and salt. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Coconut Lime Drizzle: In another bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, sweet chili sauce, and optional chili sauce. Refrigerate until needed.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet with olive oil. Cook chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked and caramelized. Rest, then slice.
- Assemble the Bowls: Serve jasmine rice topped with sliced chicken. Drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with cilantro, green onions, crushed red pepper, and lime wedges. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness or heat of the dish by varying the amount of sweet chili sauce and chili sauce/sriracha used.
- For a lighter version, you can use chicken breast instead of thighs.
- Feel free to add your favorite veggies or toppings to customize your bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl, Coconut Lime Drizzle, Asian Recipe, Grilled Chicken Bowl