Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet
A delightful tropical dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy coconut lime sauce, perfect for everyday dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 limes (juiced and zested)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Steamed jasmine rice or sautéed vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant for about 1-2 minutes.
- Brown the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, then add them to the skillet. Cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Add coconut milk and lime: Pour in the coconut milk and add the lime juice and zest to create a creamy sauce.
- Simmer to perfection: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Finishing touches: Stir in the chopped cilantro before serving for added freshness and color.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the chicken with steamed jasmine rice or sautéed vegetables to complete the meal.
Notes
This dish pairs well with jasmine rice or sautéed vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg