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Coconut Lime Chicken

Coconut Lime Chicken

Discover how Coconut Lime Chicken can transform your weeknight dinners with its creamy, tangy flavors and easy one-pan preparation. Perfect for busy evenings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
  • 1-2 fresh red chilies finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • to garnish fresh cilantro, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. 1. Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
  2. 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. 3. Add chicken to the pan and cook for about 5–6 minutes per side until golden-brown and cooked through; transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. 4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped chilies, cooking for about 1 minute without burning.
  5. 5. Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, fish sauce, and brown sugar; stir until smooth.
  6. 6. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. 7. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top; simmer for another 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. 8. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the dish before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a different flavor, toast some shredded coconut and sprinkle it over the finished dish for crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, reheating gently. If freezing, portion into servings and freeze for up to three months. Use fresh limes for the best flavor, and consider adding more lime juice to adjust the sauce's tanginess.
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