π₯π― Looking for a sweet-spicy tropical getaway in a bowl? These Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites served over fluffy coconut rice and topped with a refreshing mango-avocado salsa will have your taste buds dancing! Add a drizzle of creamy chili mayo, and get ready for pure flavor bliss! π₯₯π₯β¨
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π―π Ingredients (Serves 4)
Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites
β’ 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
β’ 2 tbsp maple syrup π―
β’ 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to spice preference) πΆοΈ
β’ 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
β’ 1 tsp garlic powder π§
β’ Salt & pepper to taste π§
β’ 1 tbsp cornstarch (for light crispiness)
β’ 1 tbsp oil (for cooking)
Coconut Rice
β’ 1Β½ cups jasmine rice
β’ 1 cup coconut milk π₯₯
β’ 1 cup water
β’ Β½ tsp salt
Mango Avocado Salsa
β’ 1 ripe mango, diced π₯
β’ 1 avocado, diced π₯
β’ ΒΌ cup red onion, finely chopped π§
β’ 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped πΏ
β’ Juice of Β½ lime π
β’ Salt & pepper to taste π§
Chili Mayo Drizzle
β’ Β½ cup mayo
β’ 1 tbsp sriracha (or preferred chili sauce) πΆοΈ
β’ Juice of Β½ lime (optional) π
β’ Pinch of salt π§
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π₯ Instructions
1. Make Coconut Rice
β’ Rinse rice under cold water.
β’ In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt.
β’ Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer ~15 mins until fluffy. Keep warm.
2. Cook Maple Sriracha Chicken
β’ In a bowl, whisk maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, salt & pepper.
β’ Toss chicken pieces with cornstarch, then stir into the marinade.
β’ Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
β’ Sear chicken for ~2β3 mins per side until cooked through and sauce caramelizes.
3. Mango Avocado Salsa
β’ In a small bowl, mix diced mango, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.
β’ Season with salt & pepper. Stir gently to keep avocado chunks intact.
4. Chili Mayo
β’ Combine mayo, sriracha, lime juice (if desired), and a pinch of salt.
β’ Thin with a little water if youβd like it drizzly.
5. Assemble the Bowl
β’ Scoop coconut rice into bowls.
β’ Top with sticky maple sriracha chicken bites.
β’ Add a generous spoonful of mango avocado salsa.
β’ Drizzle chili mayo on top.
β’ Garnish with extra cilantro or a lime wedge if youβre feeling fancy.
Enjoy the sweet-heat fusion in every bite! ππ₯
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