Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Coconut Lime Drizzle, a dish that combines nutritious ingredients and delicious taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe features tender sweet chili chicken topped with a creamy coconut lime drizzle, creating a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and exciting. With a variety of fresh vegetables and customizable options, you can easily adapt this wholesome dish to suit your preferences. Enjoy the balance of flavors and textures as you savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup sweet chili sauce
- 0.25 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- Assorted fresh vegetables (carrots, red cabbage, cucumber)
- Lime juice and honey for drizzle
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and black pepper. Add chicken cubes and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken until browned and cooked through (8-10 minutes).
- Prepare drizzle: Whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, honey, and salt in a small bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Divide quinoa or rice among serving bowls; top with shredded vegetables and cooked chicken.
- Drizzle & serve: Generously pour the coconut lime sauce over each bowl; add garnishes if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg