Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: A Cozy One-Pot Delight! This simple yet flavorful dish combines tender chicken thighs, creamy coconut milk, and aromatic spices, creating a hearty meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is not only quick to make but also versatile enough to serve as a main dish or paired with your favorite sides. Enjoy the rich flavors and comforting textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can coconut milk
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 stalks green onions (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant.
- Add boneless chicken thighs, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; stir in rice along with curry powder and turmeric. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in chopped fresh cilantro before serving hot with green onions and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating diced vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the dish. Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of curry powder based on your taste preference.