Description
One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with creamy coconut milk, zesty lime, and fresh herbs for an irresistible tropical flavor. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, as it’s all prepared in just one pan. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal that will transport your taste buds to paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- Juice of 2 fresh limes
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup snap peas
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, bell peppers, and snap peas; sauté until softened.
- Pour in coconut milk and lime juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg