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Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice finished recipe

Spicy Maple Chicken & Coconut Rice

A stovetop dinner featuring tender boneless chicken thighs in a sweet and spicy maple sauce served over aromatic coconut rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 chicken and rice bowls difficul
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice rinsed thoroughly and drained
  • 1 can full-fat unsweetened coconut milk 13.5 ounces (400 ml), stirred well
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
For the Spicy Maple Chicken
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sriracha or less to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 4 medium garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
For Serving
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced optional, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds optional, for garnish
  • 1 medium lime cut into wedges, optional, for serving

Method
 

Method
  1. Refrigerate the chicken and coconut rice within 2 hours of cooking. Store them in separate airtight containers for up to 4 days. Keeping them separate prevents the rice from absorbing all the sauce.
  2. Reheat the chicken in a covered skillet over medium-low heat with 1 to 2 tablespoons of water. Stir occasionally until it reaches 165°F (74°C). Reheat the rice with a splash of water in a covered saucepan or microwave-safe container so it steams rather than dries out.
  3. The cooked chicken and rice can be frozen in separate freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. The coconut rice may be slightly softer after freezing.

Notes

Keep an eye on the chicken's internal temperature to ensure it remains juicy.

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