Description
Coconut Milk Chicken is a creamy, flavorful dish that transforms any meal into an exotic experience. Combining tender chicken with rich coconut milk and aromatic spices, this recipe delivers a tropical escape in every bite. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy family nights, it promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and versatile for various dietary needs, Coconut Milk Chicken can be served over rice or veggies for a delightful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Chop vegetables and mince ginger and garlic.
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken, coconut milk, ginger, garlic, and red curry paste in a bowl. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add bell peppers and sauté until tender.
- Cook the chicken: Add marinated chicken to the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add sauce ingredients: Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice; stir until combined.
- Finish with spinach: Stir in spinach until just wilted. Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg