Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of coconut chicken—an exquisite dish where tender chicken meets creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices. This recipe transforms an ordinary dinner into a culinary adventure that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare, this flavorful meal will impress family and friends alike, making it a must-try for your weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add cooking oil. Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir until combined.
- Add soy sauce, cumin, and coriander; stir for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Incorporate the seasoned chicken pieces into the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated with the coconut mixture. Simmer for about 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Just before serving, mix in lime juice and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg