Description
Indulge in the tropical flavors of Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken with Rice, a creamy dish that marries tender chicken with a rich coconut milk sauce infused with fresh basil and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this quick recipe delivers a burst of flavor that impresses whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions; set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until browned; remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute. Stir in spices and cook briefly.
- Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; scrape up browned bits.
- Return chicken to skillet; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in fresh basil and lime juice; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chicken with sauce over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg