Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites with Coconut Rice and Mango Avocado Salsa Bowl with Chili Mayo
A delightful blend of tender, spicy chicken bites, creamy coconut rice, and vibrant mango avocado salsa, all topped with chili mayo.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 large large chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup maple syrup Provides sweetness
- 1/4 cup sriracha sauce For spiciness
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Coconut Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice Rinsed before cooking
- 1 cup coconut milk For creaminess
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Mango Avocado Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced Adds sweetness
- 1 ripe avocado, diced Provides creaminess
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Adds crunch
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon juice of lime For freshness
For the Chili Mayo
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chili paste Adjust spice level as desired
Instructions
Marinating the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix the maple syrup, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and olive oil. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preparing the Coconut Rice
- Rinse the jasmine rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid and becomes fluffy.
Grilling the Chicken
- While the rice cooks, preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- When hot, add the marinated chicken bites to the grill.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
Making the Mango Avocado Salsa
- In a bowl, combine the diced mango, diced avocado, chopped red onion, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Toss gently and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Preparing the Chili Mayo
- Mix the mayonnaise with chili paste in a small bowl.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili paste as desired.
Assembling the Bowls
- Start with a base of coconut rice, add the grilled chicken bites, and top with mango avocado salsa.
- Drizzle generously with chili mayo.
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Notes
Letting the chicken marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight enhances flavor. Serve with extra salsa if desired.