Coconut Rice Peanut Bowl (Printable Version)

A nourishing bowl with coconut rice, grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce.

# What You Need:

→ Coconut Rice

01 - 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
02 - 1 can (14 fl oz) full-fat coconut milk
03 - 1 cup water
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Grilled Chicken

05 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
12 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Fresh Vegetables

13 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
14 - 1 cup julienned carrots
15 - 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
16 - 1/2 cup cooked and shelled edamame
17 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Peanut Sauce

18 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
19 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
20 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
21 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
22 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
23 - 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water
24 - 1/2 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce, optional

→ Garnish

25 - 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
26 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold running water until water runs clear. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
02 - In a shallow bowl, whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Transfer to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
04 - In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and sriracha if using. Whisk together and gradually add warm water, a small amount at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
05 - Divide cooked coconut rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with sliced grilled chicken, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced cucumber, edamame, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle generously with peanut sauce and garnish with chopped roasted peanuts and lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's the kind of meal that feels indulgent but leaves you feeling genuinely nourished, not weighed down.
  • Once you master the peanut sauce, you'll find yourself making it for everything.
  • Every component can be prepped ahead, making weeknight dinners feel effortless.
02 -
  • If your peanut sauce breaks or becomes too thick, don't panic—just whisk in a few more drops of warm water and it'll come back together smoothly.
  • The chicken is best when it's still slightly warm but not piping hot, which is why letting it rest for those 5 minutes matters so much for both texture and flavor.
03 -
  • Don't skip the marinade on the chicken—those 15 minutes transform ordinary breast meat into something genuinely flavorful and keep it tender during cooking.
  • If you find your peanut sauce isn't creamy enough, add a splash of coconut milk instead of water for an even richer sauce that tastes luxurious.
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