Description
Savor Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa over coconut rice—a zesty, tropical, and simple dish that’s perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
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Lemon Ginger Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Coconut Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Pineapple Mango Salsa:
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple
- 1/2 cup diced mango
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Spicy Mayo:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1–2 tsp sriracha (adjust for spice)
- 1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly. In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Make the Lemon Ginger Glaze: In a bowl, mix grated ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear for 4-5 minutes until golden. Pour the lemon ginger glaze over the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken.
- Prepare the Pineapple Mango Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, mango, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
- Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste.
- Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of coconut rice, add the lemon ginger chicken, and top with pineapple mango salsa. Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels in the spicy mayo according to preference.
- For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.
- Use brown rice or quinoa instead of jasmine rice for a fiber-rich alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tropical