Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl topped with coconut lime drizzle on a colorful plate

Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

ByOlivia Carter
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Why Make This Recipe

Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a wonderful dish that brings together delicious flavors and vibrant colors. It’s perfect for a family dinner or meal prep for the week. This recipe is not only simple to make but also offers a nice mix of protein, carbs, and veggies. The sweet chili sauce adds a lovely sweetness, while the coconut lime drizzle gives it a creamy, zesty finish. It’s a fulfilling meal you’ll want to make again and again!

How to Make Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until fully cooked.
  3. Remove chicken and add sweet chili sauce to the skillet, bringing it to a simmer.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the sauce.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper to prepare the drizzle.
  6. To serve, place rice as a base, top with chicken and vegetables, and drizzle with the coconut lime sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

How to Serve Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

Serve the Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl hot, with jasmine rice as the base. Top it with the cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, and the creamy coconut lime drizzle. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor. This dish is tasty on its own or can be paired with a side of crunchy salad for extra freshness.

How to Store Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This dish can last for up to 3 days. For longer storage, consider freezing the chicken and rice separately. When ready to eat, simply reheat in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.

Tips to Make Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in sweet chili sauce for a few hours before cooking.
  • Feel free to add any vegetables you like or have on hand.
  • Adjust the lime juice in the drizzle to suit your taste for a more tangy kick.
  • Garnish with toasted coconut flakes for added texture.

Variation

You can easily turn this chicken bowl into a vegetarian dish by substituting the chicken with tofu or chickpeas. The same sweet chili sauce and coconut lime drizzle will work well with these ingredients.

FAQs

Q: Can I use brown rice instead of jasmine rice?
A: Yes, you can use brown rice, but be mindful that it will take longer to cook.

Q: Is the coconut lime drizzle necessary?
A: While the drizzle adds a lovely flavor, you can skip it if you prefer the dish without it.

Q: Can I make this dish ahead of time?
A: Yes, this dish is great for meal prep! Just keep the components separate until you’re ready to serve for the best freshness.

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Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle

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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free
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Description

A delicious and vibrant sweet chili chicken bowl topped with a creamy coconut lime drizzle, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until fully cooked.
  3. Remove chicken and add sweet chili sauce to the skillet, bringing it to a simmer.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat it with the sauce.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper to prepare the drizzle.
  6. To serve, place rice as a base, top with chicken and vegetables, and drizzle with the coconut lime sauce. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For a tangy kick, adjust the lime juice in the drizzle as per your taste. Marinate chicken in sweet chili sauce for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Asian

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Hi, I’m Olivia Carter. I’m 41 years old, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and now living in Denver, Colorado, where the mountains are as much a part of my inspiration as the markets I shop from. My kitchen is my safe place it smells of herbs, wood smoke, and sometimes just-baked bread cooling on the counter.

I didn’t grow up with professional chefs around me just hardworking parents and a grandmother who believed that love always started with a pot on the stove. She taught me how to make biscuits without a recipe, how to know when cornbread is ready just by the sound it makes, and how to never waste a single vegetable from the garden. Those lessons stuck with me more than anything I ever read in a cookbook.

My path here wasn’t simple. I started as a server, sneaking glances into the kitchen whenever I could. Eventually, I found myself behind the line, sweating through long shifts, burning my fingers, and learning faster than I thought possible. Later, I studied culinary arts in New York, but I’ve always said the best training came from real kitchens, real mistakes, and real people who pushed me to keep going.

Today, my cooking is rooted in Southern tradition but shaped by everywhere I’ve traveled and everything I’ve tasted. I love the balance of smoky barbecue with bright citrus, the sweetness of honey paired with a kick of chili, and the way fresh herbs can lift even the simplest dish. Food, to me, is about contrast it should surprise you while still feeling like home.

I cook for people who want food that tells a story. I believe meals should connect us to memory, to family, to joy. It’s not about perfection or fancy plating it’s about sitting down, taking a bite, and feeling something.

If you’ve ever laughed around a messy kitchen table, licked barbecue sauce off your fingers, or found comfort in a bowl of soup on a hard day, then you already understand what my cooking is about. Welcome I can’t wait to share it with you.

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