Vegan Caribbean Coconut Chicken

Vegan Caribbean Coconut Chicken

January 30, 2023

Vegan Caribbean Coconut Chicken

Introducing a delicious and healthy twist to your classic chicken dinner: the Caribbean Coconut Chicken Bowl. This dish features flavourful, tender, and juicy Harmless Chicken made from 100% plant-based ingredients, paired with a creamy and aromatic coconut sauce and served over a bed of fluffy brown rice. A side of coleslaw salad adds a crunchy texture and freshness to the dish, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients:

Caribbean Seasoning:

  • 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Thyme (dried)
  • 1 Tbsp Allspice
  • 1 tsp Salt + Pepper + Cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder (or sub in crushed garlic when cooking)
  • ¼ tsp Cayenne Pepper

Sauce Recipe:

  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Carrot (grated)
  • 3 Tbsp of the Caribbean Seasoning
  • 200ml Coconut Milk

Chicken:

Recommended to serve with:

  • 1 cup Brown Rice (+ 2 cup water)
  • Coleslaw Salad

 

Method:

Caribbean Coconut Chicken Bowl Sauce Recipe:

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add grated carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes or until soft.
  3. Stir in the Caribbean Seasoning and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and let it cool.

To prepare the chicken (*best from frozen):

  1. Break the chicken into small pieces and season with the BBQ sauce.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place the chicken pieces on it.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. 
  5. Serve chicken over brown rice and topped with the sauce.
  6. Serve with a side of coleslaw salad. Enjoy!