Description
Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites with Coconut Rice & Mango Avocado Salsa Bowl with Chili Mayo is a stunning all-in-one meal that’s sweet, spicy, and fresh. Juicy chicken bites coated in a maple-sriracha glaze are paired with creamy coconut rice, zesty mango avocado salsa, and a drizzle of chili mayo.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes to 12 hours.
- Cook Coconut Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15–18 minutes. Let sit 5 minutes and fluff.
- Grill/Sear Chicken: Heat grill or skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through. Set aside.
- Mango Avocado Salsa: Combine mango, avocado, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Toss gently.
- Chili Mayo: Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
- Assemble Bowl: Add coconut rice to bowls, top with grilled chicken, spoon over salsa, and drizzle with chili mayo. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges.
Notes
- Grill chicken outdoors for smokier flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice for best salsa taste.
- For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion