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Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe

Name: Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced; ½ cup sweet chili sauce; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; ½ cup coconut milk; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp lime zest; 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayonnaise; 2 cups cooked jasmine rice; ½ cup cucumber slices; ½ cup shredded carrots; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 tbsp sesame seeds

ByLana Polati February 1, 2026February 1, 2026

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Introduction

This Sweet Chili Chicken Bowl with Coconut Lime Drizzle is a vibrant and flavorful meal that comes together in just 25 minutes. Tender chicken is marinated in a sweet and spicy sauce, then served over jasmine rice with fresh vegetables and a creamy, tangy coconut lime sauce.

The image shows a white bowl filled with a base layer of white rice, topped with a creamy light brown sauce. On top of the sauce lies a skewer of grilled chicken pieces, charred slightly with a mix of yellow and orange hues, glazed with a shiny sauce. Garnishing the dish are finely chopped green herbs and thin slices of red onion scattered over the rice and chicken. To the side inside the bowl, there are two lime wedges adding a fresh green color contrast. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts or thighs
½ cup sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
½ cup coconut milk
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
2 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
2 cups cooked jasmine rice
½ cup cucumber slices
½ cup shredded carrots
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Slice the chicken and marinate it in this mixture for at least 20 minutes.
Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken slices until fully cooked and caramelized, about 6 to 8 minutes.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and Greek yogurt or mayonnaise. Whisk until smooth and chill until ready to use.
Step 4: To assemble, layer warm jasmine rice in bowls. Top with the cooked chicken, cucumber slices, shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.
Step 5: Drizzle the coconut lime sauce over the bowls, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu or tempeh marinated in the same sauce.
Add a dash of fresh chili flakes for extra heat if you like it spicier.
Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier twist.
Fresh lime zest brightens the sauce—don’t skip it!

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the coconut lime drizzle separately to maintain its freshness. Reheat the chicken and rice gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving, then add fresh vegetables and sauce.