Thai-Style Minced Chicken with Coconut Rice
This easy and flavorful recipe pairs savory, herb-infused ground chicken with creamy coconut rice for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Coconut Rice:
• 1 cup rice
• 1 cup water (or substitute with 1 cup coconut milk for extra creaminess)
• (Optional) 1 packet of Dozen Cousins Caribbean Coconut Rice Mix
For the Chicken:
• 6 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 lbs ground chicken
• 5 oz baby spinach or kale
• 3 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp avocado oil
• Garlic powder and onion powder (to taste)
For the Sauce:
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 heaping tbsp sambal oelek (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp coconut brown sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Coconut Rice:
• Cook rice in your rice cooker using water or substitute 1 cup coconut milk for water. Alternatively, use a Dozen Cousins Caribbean Coconut Rice Mix for a quick and flavorful option.
2. Make the Sauce:
• In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sambal oelek, and coconut brown sugar. Stir until well mixed and set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken:
• Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add avocado oil.
• Add ground chicken and cook until it begins to brown.
• Stir in garlic and green onions, seasoning with garlic powder and onion powder.
4. Add Spinach and Sauce:
• Once the chicken is nearly cooked, add spinach or kale and sauté until wilted.
• Pour in the sauce and stir to coat the chicken evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.
5. Finish with Fresh Herbs:
• Remove the pan from heat and stir in basil, cilantro, and mint for a burst of fresh flavor.
6. Serve:
• Spoon the savory chicken mixture over a bed of creamy coconut rice and enjoy!
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