Tropical Coconut Lime Chicken Recipe
Bright flavors meet tender chicken in this tropical coconut lime chicken recipe. Juicy chicken simmers in creamy coconut milk with a burst of lime.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 can coconut milk 13.5 oz
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- Juice of 2 limes
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 tsp chili flakes optional
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp honey
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet.
- Sear chicken until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onion.
- Add garlic and ginger, stir gently.
- Pour in coconut milk slowly.
- Add lime juice, zest, and soy sauce.
- Stir in honey and chili flakes.
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer until chicken is fully cooked.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh limes for stronger flavor.
- Marinate chicken before cooking for depth.
- Add vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Adjust chili flakes for desired heat.