Go Back
–+ servings
Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice

Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice: Your Cozy One-Pot Comfort Food

Experience the warmth of Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice, a comforting one-pot meal that is both gluten-free and quick to prepare.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cups chicken broth or substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat for best flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder adjust according to heat preference
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
For Toppings
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro or substitute with parsley
  • 2 pieces lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Medium Pot
  • Separate Pot for Rice

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Stir in red curry paste, chicken broth, boiling water, and coconut milk. Add fish sauce and lime juice, then bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Add boneless chicken thighs, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low to simmer for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions in a separate pot to ensure fluffiness.
  5. Remove chicken, slice, and serve over jasmine rice with warm broth ladled on top.
  6. Garnish with green onions and cilantro, adding lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a unique twist, consider adding vibrant vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze broth and rice separately for up to 2 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!