# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil
03 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
05 - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes or cayenne pepper
08 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Coconut Rice
09 - 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
10 - 1 cup jasmine rice or basmati rice
11 - 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ For Serving
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped or parsley
14 - 2 lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, and chili flakes until well combined.
03 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
04 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
05 - Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Pour the spicy maple glaze over the chicken, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Bake in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - While chicken bakes, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, and a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
07 - Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes.
08 - Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon remaining sauce from the baking dish over the chicken.
09 - Fluff coconut rice with a fork. Serve chicken atop a bed of rice, garnished with chopped cilantro and fresh lime wedges.
