Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– ¼ cup fresh lime juice
– 1 tablespoon lime zest
– 1 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden brown color. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
5. Make the Sauce: Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, ground ginger, and paprika. Stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
6. Return Chicken: Place the chicken back into the skillet, spooning the sauce over it. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
7. Serve: Serve the chicken and sauce over rice or quinoa. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible meal effortlessly. It will impress your family and friends, leaving them asking for the recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Fat: 23g
- Protein: 28g