Description

This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines marinated grilled chicken with a creamy coconut lime sauce, served over fragrant jasmine or basmati rice. Topped with fresh cilantro and optional crunchy vegetables, it’s a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

Units Scale

For the Chicken Marinade:

1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

For the Coconut Lime Drizzle:

1/2 cup canned coconut milk (full fat)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
1 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce
Pinch of salt

For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges
Optional toppings: sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, green onion, avocado

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and chili flakes. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Coconut Lime Drizzle: In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, mayo, lime juice, zest, sriracha, and salt to make the drizzle. Chill until ready to serve.
Grill the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high. Oil lightly, then grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Rice: Cook rice and fluff with a fork. Divide into bowls.
Assemble the Bowls: Top rice with sliced chicken. Drizzle with coconut lime sauce.
Serve: Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: Approx. 450 kcal
Sugar: Approx. 5g
Sodium: Approx. 600mg
Fat: Approx. 20g
Saturated Fat: Approx. 10g
Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
Fiber: Approx. 2g
Protein: Approx. 25g
Cholesterol: Approx. 80mg