Spiced Coconut Chicken and Rice
Spiced Coconut Chicken and Rice is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Select Sauté on high heat on the Instant Pot and add the oil.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionSelect Sauté on high heat on the Instant Pot and add the oil.
Once hot, add the onion and ginger and sauté for 2 minutes.
Add the garlic, curry powder, and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper.
Add the coconut milk and water.
Secure the lid.
Select Manual and cook for 13 minutes on high pressure.
When cooking is complete, use a quick release.
Transfer the chicken to a platter.
Add the rice, chopped cilantro stems, and sugar and secure the lid.
Select Manual and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
Meanwhile, remove the skin and bones from the chicken and discard.
When the rice is cooked, select Cancel and let naturally release for 10 minutes.
Release any remaining steam.
Add the chicken back to the pot and add the juice of half the lime.
Stir and season with salt and pepper.
Serve in bowls topped with cilantro leaves and lime wedges.
To boost the nutritional value, use brown rice, adding an extra 1/4 cup water and cooking the rice for 22 minutes on high pressure with a 10-minute natural release.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.