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Sticky Mango Chili Chicken with Coconut Rice - A Sweet and Spicy Weeknight Winner

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk (full fat)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Start the coconut rice. In a small saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  2. Cook the chicken. While the rice is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Make the mango sauce. In the same skillet, add the diced mango, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often. Add soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and chili flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Thicken the sauce. Stir in the cornstarch slurry. Let the sauce cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until it thickens and becomes glossy. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Toss everything together until the chicken is well coated.
  5. Serve immediately. Spoon the coconut rice onto plates or into bowls. Top with the sticky mango chili chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro.