Description
Coconut Lime Chicken is a tropical delight that infuses tender chicken breasts with zesty lime and rich coconut flavors. This easy-to-make dish not only dazzles the palate but also creates unforgettable memories around the dinner table. Ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings, serve it alongside rice or salad for a complete, refreshing meal that transports you to a sun-soaked beach with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix lime juice, coconut milk, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium-high (375°F) or oven to 400°F.
- Grill each side for 6-7 minutes or bake until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Simmer remaining marinade in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over chicken and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg