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Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Fusion - Tropical/Contemporary American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken recipe features succulent chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and baked in a luscious sauce made from coconut milk, lime juice, and aromatic cilantro. Infused with the subtle sweetness of brown sugar and the richness of coconut oil, this dish offers a delightful balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors, perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4 chicken breasts)
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Fats and Aromatics

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Sauce

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • Juice of 2 limes, divided

Garnish

  • Green onion, chopped
  • Extra cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the chicken, ensuring it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add coconut oil and olive oil. In a small bowl, combine the flour and chopped cilantro. Dredge each chicken breast in this mixture, coating both sides evenly, then place the chicken in the hot skillet. Sear each side for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown. Just before finishing searing, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, infusing the oil.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: While the chicken is searing, whisk together the coconut milk, chicken broth, brown sugar, and juice of 1 lime in a bowl until well combined. This mixture will create a creamy, tangy sauce that complements the chicken perfectly.
  4. Bake the Chicken: Remove the skillet from the stovetop heat and pour the coconut milk sauce evenly over the chicken breasts. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
  5. Finish and Serve: Once baked, remove the skillet from the oven. Drizzle the remaining lime juice over the chicken, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, extra chopped cilantro, and chopped green onion. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful, creamy coconut lime chicken.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a juicier alternative.
  • Using coconut sugar instead of brown sugar makes this recipe slightly healthier and intensifies the coconut flavor.
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken in a regular skillet and transfer to a baking dish before adding the sauce and baking.
  • Adjust the lime juice to match your desired level of tanginess.
  • Serve with steamed rice or quinoa to soak up the delicious sauce.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/creamy-coconut-lime-chicken-recipe/