Description
A delightful dish combining creamy coconut milk and zesty lime with tender chicken thighs, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or basil for garnish
- Vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer. Add lime juice and zest.
- Return chicken to skillet, nestling it into the sauce, and cover. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
- Serve over rice or quinoa, or with crispy vegetables.
Notes
Adjust seasoning to your taste; fresh herbs add great flavor and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Coconut Lime Chicken, Family Dinner