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Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Delight in the comforting flavors of Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice, a perfect blend of chicken, coconut milk, and rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon Red Curry Paste
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Boiling Water
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
  • 1 juice of Lime
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Cooked until tender.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice
For Garnish
  • to taste Sliced Green Onions
  • to taste Fresh Chopped Cilantro
  • to taste Lime Wedges

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in red curry paste, then pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, boiling water, fish sauce, and lime juice. Bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Add boneless chicken thighs, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. While the chicken simmers, cook the rice separately according to package instructions.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot, let rest, then slice it into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In bowls, layer the cooked rice with the broth and chicken pieces. Garnish with green onions, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure to simmer the chicken gently to retain moisture. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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