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Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken

Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken for a Cozy Family Dinner

Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken is a flavorful dish combining chicken, coconut milk, and lime, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with vegetable or coconut oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken stock Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Can be replaced with flour or arrowroot powder.
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes Adjust based on your preferred spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric Substitute with curry powder for a twist.
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk Yields the richest flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh lime juice is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream.
For Garnishing
  • to taste fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and cover to keep warm.
  2. Add onion, red bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Whisk chicken stock and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth. Pour it into the skillet with sautéed vegetables, red chili flakes, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Lower heat and stir in the coconut milk. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add lime juice and heavy cream, stir well, and heat through for 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes on low heat.
  7. Transfer chicken to plates, spoon sauce over top, and garnish with cilantro. Serve with rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Stir sauce frequently to maintain creaminess.

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