Thai Chicken Quinoa Bowl
User Reviews
4.9
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Thai
Thai Chicken Quinoa Bowl
Description
The base of this dish is quinoa cooked in low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock for added flavor. While the quinoa cooks, the sauce is prepared by whisking together sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, coconut milk, brown sugar, creamy peanut butter, garlic, lime juice, and ground ginger. This blend provides sweetness, acidity, creaminess, and a mild spiced undertone characteristic of Thai cuisine.
Once the quinoa is done, it’s tossed with the sauce to evenly coat each grain. Shredded cooked chicken breast, carrots, edamame, and green onions are then combined, offering a variety of textures and a boost of color. The dish is finished with chopped peanuts and cilantro sprinkled on top, giving crunch and fresh herbal brightness.
Usually served in a bowl, this recipe can accompany a light salad or soup for a complete meal. The layered flavors and balanced ingredients make it a versatile lunch or dinner option that highlights simple, fresh preparation techniques.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quinoa rinsed, uncooked
- 1 chicken breast cooked and shredded
- 1/3 cup carrot chopped
- 1/3 cup edamame shelled
- 1/3 cup green onion chopped
- 1/4 cup peanut chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro freshly chopped
sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon coconut milk canned
- 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon peanut butter it mixes in easier if it’s melted, FYI, creamy
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 lime juice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Prepare quinoa according to directions, which will most likely call for 1 cup of liquid. I prefer to use low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock, so if you have that, use it!
- While quinoa is cooking, combine all of the sauce ingredients together in a bowl and whisk well to combine. Once quinoa has absorbed all of the liquid, stir in the sauce and toss well to coat. Add in chicken, carrots, edamame and green onions, stirring to combine. Taste and season with a little salt and pepper if needed. Toss in half of the peanuts and cilantro, then serve in a large bowl, topped with remaining peanuts and cilantro. I like to serve this with a salad, soup or even a little sandwich!
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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