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Coconut lime chicken: Incredible 20 minute dinner

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

You cook chicken in coconut milk and lime juice. This meal provides a fresh taste for your dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 14 ounces coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Brown the chicken on all sides.
  3. Add garlic and ginger to the pan.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and lime juice.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in lime zest and cilantro.
  7. Serve the chicken hot.

Notes

  • Use full-fat coconut milk for a thick sauce.
  • Add red pepper flakes for heat.
  • Store leftovers in your fridge.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380 kcal

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