Tropical Chicken with Coconut Mango Rice



This dish is a delicious mix of tropical flavors. It has tender chicken and fragrant coconut mango rice. It's just the right amount of sweet and savory, and the lime juice adds a nice tang.

Ingredients:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 can 13
  • 5 oz coconut milk
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375F 190C

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Sear chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side

Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through

In the same skillet, add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic

Saut until softened, about 3-4 minutes

Add jasmine rice to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally

Pour in coconut milk and soy sauce

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed

Stir in diced mango, lime juice, grated ginger, and season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve the tropical chicken alongside coconut mango rice

Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!


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