Maple Spice Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken dressed with spicy maple sauce sits on smooth coconut rice topped with fresh cilantro.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 -
Thighs of chicken 454 g
→ Marinade
02 -
Chili flakes 5 g
03 -
Soy sauce 30 ml
04 -
Maple syrup 60 ml
→ Coconut Rice
05 -
Salt as needed
06 -
Water 480 ml
07 -
Coconut milk 1 can (400 ml)
08 -
Long-grain rice 200 g
→ Garnish
09 -
Fresh cilantro, chopped
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
01 -
Stir together chili flakes, maple syrup, and soy sauce in a bowl.
02 -
Put chicken thighs in the marinade and chill for at least half an hour to build flavor.
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Put rice, salt, water, and coconut milk in a pot. Cover and simmer on low after boiling for about 15 to 20 minutes until soft.
04 -
Warm a skillet on medium then cook the marinated thighs about 7 to 10 minutes on each side until done.
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Place the coconut rice on plates, add the cooked chicken on top, and sprinkle plenty of chopped cilantro.
# Helpful Tips:
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For deeper taste, leave chicken in marinade longer. Change chili flakes if you like it more or less spicy. Fresh cilantro works best for garnish.