Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, ginger powder, and salt.
2. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.

Step 2: Cook the Rice

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, add the rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
3. Once boiling, reduce to low heat, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the marinated chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 4: Make the Coconut Sauce

1. In the same pan, add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
3. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.

Step 5: Combine & Serve

1. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan, coating it with the coconut sauce. Simmer for 2 more minutes.
2. In serving bowls, add a generous scoop of fluffy jasmine rice.
3. Top with coconut chicken, bell peppers, shredded carrots, and fresh cilantro.
4. Garnish with sesame seeds and lime wedges.
5. Serve warm and enjoy!