Lime Chilli Coconut Chicken
Lime Chilli Coconut Chicken is a vibrant dish that tantalizes your taste buds with zesty lime, spicy chili, and creamy coconut. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple chicken into an extraordinary meal, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. With its lively flavors and appealing presentation, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 limes (juiced and zested)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2–3 chili peppers (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili peppers. Add chicken and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high (400°F) or oven to 375°F.
- Cook the chicken: Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, combine leftover marinade with coconut milk; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing. Drizzle with coconut sauce and garnish with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate overnight. Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different twist. Serve with jasmine rice or a fresh salad.