Coconut Milk Chicken Recipe: Juicy Comfort with a Tropical Twist
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Enjoy a delicious and comforting Coconut Milk Chicken recipe that brings tropical flavors right to your dinner table.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and brown on all sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, salt, pepper, turmeric, and chili flakes.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and cover.
- Cook for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm over rice or with vegetables.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in coconut milk for a few hours before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg