Description
Coconut Milk Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the taste of the tropics to your table. This creamy, aromatic recipe features tender chicken simmered in rich coconut milk, combined with vibrant vegetables and fragrant spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that will transport you to a sunny paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp green curry paste (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces; cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in coconut milk and green curry paste; let it bubble gently.
- Add mixed vegetables; simmer for about 10 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Finish with soy sauce and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken in coconut milk and spices for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different variations. For added nutrition, include more veggies like spinach.