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Sesame Chicken Stir Fry with Coconut Ginger Brown Rice

Sesame Chicken Stir Fry with Coconut Ginger Brown Rice

The ultimate comfort food, Sesame Chicken Stir Fry with Coconut Ginger Brown Rice combines crispy chicken, fresh vegetables, and fragrant coconut rice. This easy weeknight dinner satisfies cravings with its delightful blend of flavors. Make it tonight for a meal everyone will love!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons ginger
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 tablespoons coconut flakes
  • ¼ cup cashews
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¾ teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 8 ounces sugar snap peas
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper red bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup green onions if desired

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Grater
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Frying Pan
  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring coconut milk, chicken broth, and ginger to a boil. Once at a boil, add rice, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook as directed on rice package or until rice is light and fluffy; mine usually takes 30 minutes or so. Once done cooking stir in coconut flakes and crushed cashews.
  2. While the rice is cooking, you can prepare the chicken stir-fry: In a medium bowl, stir together brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, chili sauce (sriracha), sesame oil, and cornstarch; set aside.
  3. Heat a wok or skillet over medium high heat. Add in 1 teaspoon of your coconut or olive oil. Once oil is hot and shimmering, add chicken and cook until done – about 4-5 minutes. Remember to stir the chicken every so often while cooking.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan and place on a plate for later.
  5. Add in another teaspoon of coconut or olive oil to the pan and add in garlic, snap peas, bell pepper, and broccoli; cook for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are desired consistency.
  6. Next add in brown sugar- soy sauce mixture to the veggies and stir until the sauce thickens up a bit – about a minute or two.
  7. Finally add in chicken and toss all together to coat chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Divide evenly into 4 bowls - top with green onions if desired.

Notes

  • This meal can be gluten-free: just make sure to purchase all gluten-free items like soy sauce, chicken broth, etc.
  • Use any coconut milk: I find that the vanilla coconut milk adds a nice sweetness to the rice.
  • Watch caloric intake: I wouldn’t suggest using full-fat coconut milk if you are trying to maintain a balanced diet.