Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites with Coconut Rice & Mango Avocado Salsa Bowl 

If Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites sounds like the kind of thing you’d order at a trendy lunch spot and then try (and fail) to recreate at home… you’re in the right kitchen. This recipe gives you that sweet-heat, sticky-caramelized chicken without needing a culinary degree or a sink full of dishes.

It’s the kind of dinner that saves a busy weeknight and feels a little fancy—like you put on real pants to cook (but you absolutely didn’t). Juicy chicken bites, creamy coconut rice, bright mango-avocado salsa, and a swoosh of chili mayo? That’s a bowl that makes everyone at the table stop scrolling for a minute.

And hi, I’m Aneta from Chicken Magic Recipes—your friendly reminder that chicken can be magical, even when you’re tired.

Why You’ll Love These Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites

• Big flavor, small effort. The marinade does the heavy lifting.
• Perfect meal-prep energy. Everything holds up beautifully for a few days.
• Sweet + spicy + creamy + fresh. Every bite hits a different note (like a pop song, but edible).
• Picky-eater friendly…-ish. You can dial down the sriracha and keep the “wow.”

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Chicken Bites

• Boneless skinless chicken thighs – tender, flavorful, and stays juicy
• Maple syrup – sweetness + caramelization magic
• Sriracha sauce – heat with personality
• Soy sauce – salty umami balance
• Garlic (minced) – the “don’t skip me” ingredient
• Olive oil – helps the marinade and prevents sticking
• Salt & black pepper – because bland chicken is a crime

For the Coconut Rice

• Jasmine rice – light, fragrant, and perfect here
• Coconut milk (full fat) – rich, creamy, tropical goodness
• Water – helps the rice cook evenly
• Salt – keeps it from tasting flat

For the Mango Avocado Salsa

• Ripe mango – sweet and juicy
• Avocado – creamy and mellow
• Red onion – crunch + bite
• Cherry tomatoes – bright and tangy
• Cilantro – fresh and herby
• Lime juice – zingy and clean
• Salt – brings everything to life

For the Chili Mayo

• Mayonnaise – creamy base
• Sriracha sauce – heat + color
• Lime juice – cuts the richness

Refer to the recipe card below for exact ingredient measurements and full nutritional information.

How to Make Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites with Coconut Rice & Mango Avocado Salsa Bowl

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the marinade until every piece is glossy and coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is even better if you’re planning ahead like the organized person you totally are).

Aneta tip: If you only have 20 minutes, still do it. A short marinade is better than “I forgot to marinate” chicken—which is basically just cooked regret.

Step 2: Cook the Coconut Rice

Rinse the jasmine rice really well until the water runs mostly clear. This helps it cook up fluffy instead of clumpy.

In a pot, combine:

• rinsed rice
• coconut milk
• water
• salt

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Keep the lid on (no peeking—rice gets stage fright).

Let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 3: Grill or Sear the Chicken

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken bites about 3–4 minutes per side, depending on size, until caramelized and cooked through.

Let them rest a couple minutes before serving. The juices settle, and the bites stay tender.

Quick note: Maple syrup can darken fast. If your chicken is browning aggressively, lower the heat a touch. We want “beautifully charred,” not “campfire memory.”

Step 4: Make the Mango Avocado Salsa

In a bowl, combine:

• diced mango
• diced avocado
• chopped red onion
• halved cherry tomatoes
• cilantro
• lime juice
• salt

Toss gently so the avocado stays chunky and creamy instead of turning into guacamole (delicious, but not the assignment).

Step 5: Mix the Chili Mayo

Stir together mayo, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
Taste and adjust—more sriracha if you want it spicy, more lime if you want it brighter.

Step 6: Assemble the Bowl

Spoon coconut rice into bowls. Top with:

• grilled chicken bites
• a generous scoop of mango avocado salsa
• extra avocado slices (optional but very welcome)
• a drizzle of chili mayo

Finish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if you’re feeling fancy.

Cooking Tips That Make This Bowl Even Better

• Chicken thighs > chicken breasts for this one. Thighs stay juicy and forgiving, even if you get distracted by laundry, kids, or a dramatic group chat.
• Cut chicken pieces evenly. This helps everything cook at the same speed (and prevents one bite from being perfect while another is still doing its best).
• Use a hot pan/grill. You want that quick sear to lock in juices and create sticky edges.
• Don’t drown the salsa in lime juice. A squeeze is bright. A puddle is “why is everything soggy?”
• If your sauce looks a little lumpy, congratulations—you made it homemade. Stir, taste, move on. That’s the magic.

A Little Story From My Kitchen

This bowl became my go-to after one of those weeks where every dinner idea felt like a personal attack. I needed something quick but not boring—something that tasted like I cared, even if I was running on coffee and optimism.

The first time I made these Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites, I expected my family to pick around the salsa (because mango in dinner is “suspicious,” apparently). Plot twist: the mango-avocado salsa disappeared first. Now I “accidentally” make extra, because I like peace in my house.

FAQs About Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites

Bring a Little Bowl Magic to Dinner Tonight

This Grilled Maple Sriracha Chicken Bites bowl is sweet, spicy, creamy, and fresh in the same way your favorite playlist is—reliable, mood-boosting, and impossible not to love. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family, meal-prepping for your future self, or just trying to make Tuesday feel less Tuesday… this is the move.

If you make it, I hope it brings a little Chicken Magic to your kitchen—sticky fingers, happy sighs, and all.

Keep the Bowl Party Going

• If you loved the sweet-and-spicy vibe, try my Korean BBQ Chicken Bowls for another bold, saucy dinner-night win—same “big flavor, zero boredom” energy.
• Want to stay in that tropical lane with coconut and bright citrus? You’ll be obsessed with Tropical Coconut Lime Chicken Bowl that tastes like a mini vacation.
• If mango + chicken is your love language now (welcome), don’t miss Honey Lime Chicken with Mango Salsa for a fresh, zippy twist—it’s sunshine in a bowl.
• And for those nights when you still want “comfort food hugs” but fast, grab Honey Garlic Chicken Bowls that are sweet, cozy, and weeknight-friendly.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear how it went—please leave a quick review and tap your star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (every star truly helps other readers find their new favorite dinner!).

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