Description
Creamy Coconut Chicken with Rice is a quick and comforting dish that combines tender chicken simmered in rich coconut milk, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. With zesty lime and aromatic spices, this one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. Serve it over your choice of jasmine, basmati, or brown rice for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (jasmine, basmati, or brown)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice; bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for an additional 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the chicken and sauce over cooked rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the dish. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering longer for thicker consistency or adding a splash of broth if too thick.