Description
Coconut Lime Chicken is a tropical-inspired dish that brings together succulent chicken breasts marinated in a creamy coconut-lime blend. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a burst of vibrant flavors, making it perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Each bite transports you to paradise, with the aromatic sweetness of coconut balanced by zesty lime. Whether grilled, baked, or pan-seared, this dish promises to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together coconut milk, lime juice, garlic, honey, and ginger until well combined.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or oven to 400°F.
- Remove chicken from marinade (discard any excess) and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken on the grill or in a skillet/oven for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- For the sauce, simmer reserved marinade over low heat until slightly thickened; stir in chopped cilantro before serving.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with sauce and garnish with additional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg