Description
Experience a taste of the tropics with this Coconut Milk Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts simmer in rich, creamy coconut milk, infused with aromatic spices and fresh ginger. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that will transport you straight to an island paradise. Quick to prepare, this recipe ensures that everyone at your table will be asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Gather and finely chop garlic and ginger.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat vegetable oil and sear chicken breasts until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add coconut milk and curry powder; stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper; let simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Drizzle fresh lime juice over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg