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Sweet and Spicy Maple Chicken with Creamy Coconut Rice

Enjoy a delicious fusion of sweet maple syrup and spicy sriracha in this gluten-free chicken dish served with creamy coconut rice.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Spicy Maple Chicken Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with canola oil
  • 1/2 cup Pure maple syrup No substitute recommended
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce Adjust to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Chili flakes Omit for less spice
Coconut Rice Ingredients
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice Can use basmati as alternative
  • 1 cup Coconut milk Almond or soy milk alters flavor
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Can use parsley
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pure maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, and chili flakes.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in a skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Transfer seared chicken to a baking dish and pour the marinade over it. Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. In a saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  6. After baking, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes, then spoon the pan sauce over it.
  7. Fluff the coconut rice with a fork and serve alongside the marinated chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for the best flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked properly.

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