Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Prepare the Chicken: Sprinkle the chicken thighs evenly with garlic salt.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Cook the Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil to the same skillet.
- Stir in the minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Prepare the Rice Base: Add the rinsed sushi rice to the skillet and stir to coat it in the aromatic oil.
- Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk, stirring well to combine.
- Return the seared chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them into the rice mixture.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
- Let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Cook the Vegetables: In a separate pan, sauté the baby bell peppers and sugar snap peas over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, just until tender-crisp.
- Add the scallions and sauté for another minute.
- Season lightly with salt, if desired.
- Assemble and Serve: Once the rice and chicken are cooked, fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Arrange the sautéed vegetables on top of the chicken and rice.
- Garnish the dish with chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of Sriracha sauce, if you enjoy heat.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added brightness.
