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30-Minute Creamy One-Pan Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet

Close-up of seared pieces of coconut lime chicken swimming in a rich, creamy, yellow sauce topped with fresh green herbs.
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Make this flavorful, zesty coconut lime chicken in one pan. This quick recipe delivers a rich, Thai-inspired sauce perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced shallot to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Stir in the fresh lime juice, lime zest, and sugar. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  7. Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  8. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  9. Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish generously with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Serve this zesty lime chicken over jasmine rice or with steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
  • For a slight kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger.
  • This recipe works well with either chicken breasts or chicken thighs; thighs will remain juicier.

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