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Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet

Zesty Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet for Quick Family Meals

Experience the delightful flavors of Coconut Lime Chicken Skillet, ready in 30 minutes and perfect for those following gluten-free or dairy-free diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts Slice lengthwise into cutlets.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger Can use ground ginger.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Can use vegetable broth.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Coconut Cream Full-fat preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Fresh juice is optimal.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Can use ground coriander or fresh cilantro.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Can use parsley instead.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • optional teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder dish.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by slicing the chicken breasts lengthwise into cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Cook the seasoned chicken cutlets for approximately 4 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté for about 10 minutes until the onions caramelize.
  4. Add chicken broth, deglazing the skillet. Then add coconut cream, lime juice, dried basil, and coriander. Stir and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Once the sauce thickens, stir in chopped cilantro and optional red pepper flakes. Add the seared chicken back to the skillet and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning. Serve over cauliflower rice or alongside roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping. Store cooled leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.

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