Description
A delightful dish bursting with sweet, spicy, and tropical flavors featuring marinated chicken, creamy coconut rice, and a refreshing mango avocado salsa.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat them with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours for best flavor.
- Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with coconut milk, water, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken bites for about 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through.
- In a bowl, combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and ⅛ teaspoon salt. Toss gently to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth and creamy.
- To serve, add coconut rice to each bowl, top with grilled chicken, mango avocado salsa, and finish with a swirl of chili mayo. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
For the best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Customize salsa with additional veggies to your preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical