Description
A creamy, zesty chicken dish simmered in coconut milk and lime, served with fluffy rice.
Ingredients
– 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into chunks
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– 1 teaspoon lime zest
– 2 teaspoons chili flakes
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce or fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, chopped
– Cooked jasmine or basmati rice, for serving
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté onion until soft; add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
3. Stir in coconut milk, lime juice, zest, chili flakes, soy or fish sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer.
4. Return chicken to pan; simmer for 10–12 minutes until cooked and sauce thickens.
5. Serve over rice, garnish with cilantro and lime.
Notes
Adjust spice level with chili flakes; serve with steamed veggies for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired