Description
Coconut chicken is a tropical delight that combines tender chicken with a creamy coconut sauce, perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make dish not only dazzles the palate with its sweet and savory flavor but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this coconut chicken recipe will transport you to an island paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced for garnish
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté for about 1 minute.
- Increase heat slightly, add chicken pieces, and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in coconut milk; stir well and let it simmer gently.
- Season with soy sauce, lime juice, and red chili flakes; simmer for another 10 minutes until flavors meld.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving over rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical/Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg