Description
A delightful and easy One-Pan Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet infused with tropical flavors of coconut and lime, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, mix together coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and minced garlic.
- Pour the coconut mixture over the chicken in the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
Best served hot with fluffy jasmine rice, quinoa, or a light salad. For extra flavor, serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg