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Coconut Lime Chicken Recipe

Coconut Lime Chicken Recipe
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This Coconut Lime Chicken recipe combines tender chicken with a flavorful coconut lime sauce, creating a delicious and aromatic dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. The creamy coconut milk, zesty lime, and aromatic spices create a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Coconut Lime Sauce:

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat for best results)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for balance)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Cook the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Heat oil in a skillet and sear the chicken until golden brown. Set aside.
  2. Make the Coconut Lime Sauce: Sauté onion, garlic. Add chicken broth, coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, and honey. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Finish Cooking: Return chicken to the pan, simmer until cooked through. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

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Keywords: Coconut Lime Chicken, Chicken in Coconut Lime Sauce, Asian Chicken Recipe

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