Description
Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken is the perfect fusion of tropical flavors that transforms ordinary chicken into an extraordinary dish. With its luscious coconut milk sauce and bright lime zest, this recipe is a breeze to prepare and ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Just sear the chicken in one skillet, then bake it to juicy perfection. Serve it over rice or with a vibrant salad for a complete meal that your family will rave about!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2/3 cup chicken broth
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat coconut oil and olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- In a bowl, mix flour and cilantro, then coat each chicken breast.
- Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until browned; add garlic in the last minute.
- Mix coconut milk, chicken broth, brown sugar, and lime juice; pour over seared chicken.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with lime juice, cilantro, green onions, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 317
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 97mg