Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle
Experience a delightful fusion of flavors with this Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl, featuring tender chicken glazed in sweet chili sauce, served over fluffy rice and drizzled with a creamy coconut lime sauce. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner. Each bite offers a tantalizing mix of sweetness, spice, and tropical zing that will leave your taste buds dancing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk (canned)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until juices run clear. Let rest before slicing.
- Whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Slice chicken and return to the skillet over low heat. Pour in the sauce mixture, stirring until well-coated and heated through.
- In another bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, and zest; whisk until smooth.
- Serve cooked rice topped with glazed chicken and drizzle generously with coconut lime sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg