Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle
This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that’s both healthy and satisfying. Juicy chicken coated in sweet chili sauce is paired with fluffy rice, crisp veggies, and finished with a creamy coconut lime drizzle. It’s a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, tangy, and refreshing flavors all in one bowl!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying + Assembly
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the bowls:
- 3 cups cooked jasmine rice (or brown rice)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- For the coconut lime drizzle:
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (canned, full-fat)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chicken with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and olive oil. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes, until cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- While chicken cooks, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, honey, and salt to make the drizzle.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice, carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper. Top with sweet chili chicken.
- Drizzle generously with coconut lime sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Swap rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
- Add avocado or edamame for extra protein and creaminess.
- Leftover chicken works great for meal prep bowls.
