# Golden Coconut Chicken with Jasmine Rice in Aromatic Broth

A flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich coconut sauce, served alongside aromatic jasmine rice cooked in a spiced broth.

- Cuisine: Indian
- Category: Soup
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 600 g chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 can (400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 0.5 Juice of lime
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 green cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt

## Instructions

1. Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear.
2. In a pot, add rice, chicken broth, bay leaf, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, and salt.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 12–15 minutes until fluffy.
4. Turn off heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Remove whole spices before serving.
5. Heat coconut oil in a wide pan over medium heat.
6. Add onion and sauté until soft and lightly golden.
7. Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
8. Add turmeric, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
9. Add chicken pieces and sear for 3–4 minutes until lightly golden.
10. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir gently.
11. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.
12. Stir in soy sauce and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
13. Spoon aromatic jasmine rice into bowls.
14. Top with golden coconut chicken and plenty of sauce.
15. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

## Equipment

- pot
- wide pan

## Tips

- Remove whole spices from rice before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning for the chicken.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Optional Add-Ons: Add spinach or kale in the last 5 minutes; Toss in roasted bell peppers or zucchini; Finish with toasted coconut flakes for extra aroma.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DUTUm_CCEQy/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/7adde23d-6685-4480-bbcb-f2d31c780df5
- Extracted: 2026-02-04

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