Spicy Maple Chicken and Coconut Rice
Enjoy a flavorful fusion with spicy maple-glazed chicken paired perfectly with creamy coconut rice, delivering a balanced blend of sweetness and heat in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken thighs with the maple-spice mixture and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, rinse jasmine rice under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine coconut milk, water, and a pinch of salt; bring to a boil.
- Add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove rice from heat; fluff with a fork and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve chicken over coconut rice and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, add a dash of hot sauce or thinly sliced fresh chili peppers to the maple glaze before cooking.
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