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Creamy 30-Minute Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet

Close-up of creamy coconut lime chicken pieces served over fluffy white rice and garnished with fresh parsley.
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Make this easy, creamy coconut lime chicken in one skillet for a quick weeknight dinner with bright, tropical flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the full-fat coconut milk, lime juice, and lime zest. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Whisk the cornstarch slurry and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
  8. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken in the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
  9. Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving over rice or with vegetables.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat option, you can use light coconut milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine rice or quinoa.

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