One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice
One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice brings tender, browned chicken thighs together with coconut-infused rice, sweet peppers, and toasty cashews for a rich, gently spiced bite. The creamy broth and aromatic ginger-garlic base make it comforting yet vibrant—ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or casual entertaining. A sprinkle of herbs and a dash of hot sauce brighten each serving.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 19
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Rub the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon oil, then season with 1 teaspoon salt and white pepper.
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the chicken in 2 batches, turning halfway, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- 3
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, ginger, and garlic to the empty pot, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Add the rice and stir until evenly coated in oil. Add the broth, coconut milk, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, red onion, cashews, and the remaining salt. Stir to loosen any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Arrange the chicken on top, pour in any accumulated juices from the plate, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- 5
Bake, covered, in the preheated oven until the liquid is absorbed, the rice is tender, and the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should register 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 6
Scatter green onions and cilantro over the chicken and rice, then divide among bowls. Serve with hot sauce.
- Calories 814.78 kcal High 41%
- Protein 52.06 g Good Source 104%
- Carbohydrate 56.91 g 21%
- Total Fat 43.17 g High 55%
- Saturated Fat 11.19 g High 56%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 207.69 mg High 69%
- Sodium 504.57 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 3.26 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 4.32 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 212.61 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 3.85 mg Good Source 21%
- Potassium 332.65 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 28.9 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 25.47 mg Good Source 28%
- Vitamin D 1.07 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
One Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice is made with 16 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado Oil, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Chicken Broth, and Coconut Milk. Each serving provides about 814.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado Oil, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Chicken Broth, Coconut Milk, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice?
- About 1 hr in total: 25 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 814.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice healthy?
- One-Pot Coconut Chicken and Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 814.78 calories and 52.06 g of protein, or 104% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 504.57 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 11.19 g (56% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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