Description
A comforting one-pan dish that combines creamy coconut milk and zesty lime for a flavorful chicken experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear until golden and browned on both sides.
- Combine the coconut milk, lime juice, and cilantro in a mixing bowl and stir until blended.
- Pour the coconut mixture over the seared chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with the sauce.
Notes
For a zesty twist, add a splash of orange juice, or try diced pineapple or mango for a fruity contrast. Allow chicken to rest before slicing for a juicy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg