Creamy Coconut Chicken and Rice

This creamy and flavorful dish is made with tender chicken and rice cooked in coconut milk.

10m

Prep Time

50m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk

1 cup long grain white rice

1 cup chicken broth

1 teaspoon curry powder

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Step 1

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and brown on both sides in the skillet, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 3

3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

4. Add the coconut milk, rice, chicken broth, curry powder, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

5. Add the chicken back to the skillet, cover, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook for 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.