(Creamy. Savory. Slightly sweet. Full of crunch and comfort.)
This isn’t just rice. It’s warm coconut rice with golden seared chicken and toasted nuts that add crunch to every spoonful. Slightly sticky, full of flavor, and made to be eaten straight off the plate — no garnish, no fluff.
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📝 Ingredients (serves 2–3): • 1 cup jasmine rice • 1 cup coconut milk • ¾ cup water • 1 chicken breast, cut into chunks • Salt & pepper • 1 tbsp coconut oil or neutral oil • ¼ tsp turmeric or curry powder (optional for color) • ¼ cup toasted cashews or almonds • 1 tbsp shredded coconut (toasted or plain) • Optional: small piece of fresh ginger or garlic, finely grated
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🔥 Instructions: 1. Sear the chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat oil and sear the chunks until golden and just cooked. Set aside. 2. Toast the nuts: In the same pan, toast cashews or almonds until golden. Add shredded coconut and toast lightly. Remove. 3. Cook the rice: In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and turmeric (if using). Add garlic or ginger if desired. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for ~15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. 4. Combine & finish: Gently mix in the cooked chicken and toasted nuts. Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving. 5. Serve: Scoop onto a ceramic plate. Let the oil and coconut milk form little puddles. No garnish — just honest flavor.
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