Description

Coconut Chicken Brothy Rice is a comforting one-pot dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant coconut milk and chicken broth base, infused with garlic, ginger, curry powder, and turmeric. Served over jasmine rice and garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges, this dish delivers a perfect balance of creamy richness and vibrant flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

4 cups Chicken broth
1 can Coconut milk
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 inch Ginger, grated
1 pound Boneless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
1 cup Long-grain white rice (or jasmine rice)
1 tablespoon Curry powder
1/2 teaspoon Turmeric

For Garnish

2 stalks Green onions, chopped
1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
2 pieces Lime wedges

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Melt coconut oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and golden.
Prepare Broth: Stir together curry powder, turmeric, chicken broth, coconut milk, salt, and black pepper in the pot to create a rich, flavorful broth.
Cook Chicken: Add the boneless chicken thighs to the pot, cover, and simmer gently for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Cook Rice: While the chicken is simmering, cook the jasmine rice separately according to the package instructions.
Slice Chicken & Assemble: Remove the cooked chicken thighs from the broth, slice them, and place into serving bowls. Pour the hot broth over the chicken and rice.
Garnish & Serve: Top with chopped green onions and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an added fresh citrus note.

Notes

You can adjust the curry powder amount to make the dish milder or spicier according to your preference.
Using boneless, skinless chicken thighs helps keep the meat tender and juicy.
For a gluten-free option, ensure that the chicken broth and any added ingredients like fish sauce are gluten-free.
Leftover brothy rice can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Southeast Asian

Keywords: Coconut chicken, brothy rice, one-pot meal, jasmine rice, curry, comforting dinner, easy stovetop recipe