Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1-2 limes)
– 1 tablespoon lime zest
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
– 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Easy Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken is straightforward and fun. Follow these simple steps to achieve a flavorful dish:
1. Prep the Ingredients: Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, and lime zest. Stir to combine.
6. Return Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Stir well to coat the chicken with the sauce.
7. Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
8. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and lime juice accordingly.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
10. Serve: Transfer to a serving dish.
This process makes it easy to enjoy a delicious meal that feels gourmet without the extra effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g