Description
This Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken recipe combines tender chicken simmered in a luscious, flavorful coconut milk sauce with garlic, ginger, and spices. It's an easy, dairy-free option perfect for weeknight dinners. The coconut milk adds a rich creaminess, while the spices infuse the dish with a depth of flavor. Serve over rice or with a side of veggies for a satisfying, healthy meal.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts or thighs
- Coconut milk (full fat)
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Onion
- Coconut oil
- Chicken broth
- Lime juice
- Cilantro
- Salt & pepper
- Cumin
- Paprika
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet, sear chicken until golden on both sides, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk, chicken broth, and paprika, simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and cook through.
- Finish with lime juice and fresh cilantro, then serve.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Serve with jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Adjust the level of spice with more or less paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg