Coconut Rice Peanut Bowl (Printable)

Fluffy coconut rice paired with grilled chicken and fresh veggies, all drizzled with creamy peanut sauce for a satisfying fusion-inspired meal.

# What You'll 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
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 black 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 edamame, shelled
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
22 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
23 - 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water
24 - 1/2 teaspoon sriracha (optional)

→ Garnish

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

# Method:

01 - Rinse jasmine rice under cold running water until water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until liquid is fully absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and allow to rest covered for 5 minutes, then 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 until well combined. Add chicken breast and toss thoroughly to coat all surfaces. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for enhanced flavor development.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place marinated chicken on grill and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear when pierced. Remove chicken to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
04 - In a small mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and sriracha if using. Gradually whisk in warm water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
05 - Divide cooked coconut rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each portion with sliced grilled chicken, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced cucumber, cooked edamame, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle generously with peanut sauce. Garnish each bowl with chopped roasted peanuts and lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns simple ingredients into something that feels restaurant-special without any fancy technique.
  • The coconut rice alone is worth making, even if you eat it straight from the pot with a spoon.
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble it in minutes when youre starving.
  • The peanut sauce is dangerously good and you will want to put it on absolutely everything.
02 -
  • Let the rice rest covered for 5 minutes after cooking or it will be gummy and wet instead of fluffy and perfect.
  • Warm water is the secret to smooth peanut sauce, cold water makes it seize up into a grainy mess.
  • Rest your chicken after grilling or all the juices run out the second you slice it.
03 -
  • Toast your peanuts in a dry skillet for a minute before chopping them, it makes them taste twice as good.
  • If your peanut sauce breaks or gets too thick, a splash of warm water and some vigorous whisking will bring it back.
  • Taste your sauce before serving and adjust, sometimes it needs more lime, sometimes more honey, depending on your peanut butter.
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