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Quick and Creamy One-Pan Coconut Lime Chicken

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Make this easy, creamy coconut lime chicken skillet dinner in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken breasts simmered in a zesty coconut milk sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (slurry)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Cooked jasmine rice or steamed vegetables, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. You do not need to cook it through completely at this stage.
  3. Pour the full-fat coconut milk into the skillet with the chicken. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in the fresh lime juice and lime zest. Reduce the heat to medium-low.
  5. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5 minutes, letting the flavors combine.
  6. Whisk the cornstarch slurry again and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while stirring constantly. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Taste the sauce and add more salt or lime juice if needed.
  8. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro. Serve the creamy coconut lime chicken immediately over hot jasmine rice or alongside your favorite steamed vegetables.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free and gluten-free meal, this recipe naturally fits those requirements when served with rice or vegetables.
  • If you prefer dark meat, substitute chicken thighs for breasts; adjust the initial searing time as needed.
  • To make this a one-pan meal that includes vegetables, add 1 cup of broccoli florets or sliced bell peppers when you add the coconut milk and simmer until tender.

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