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A rustic bowl filled with creamy coconut milk chicken, showcasing the rich texture of the sauce and tender pieces of chicken, ready to be served.
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Coconut Chicken Recipe (Creamy & Easy!)

This Coconut Chicken Recipe is incredibly creamy, packed with flavor, and ready in just 35 minutes. It's the perfect easy weeknight dinner for home cooks looking for a simple yet elegant meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk 13.5 oz
  • 1 yellow onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or other neutral oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro and toasted coconut flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Sprinkle in curry powder, turmeric, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 30 seconds. Pour in the coconut milk and soy sauce, whisking to combine and scraping the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Return the seared chicken and its juices to the skillet. Simmer for 8-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  5. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro and toasted coconut flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 35gFat: 30gFiber: 2g

Notes

For the best results, use full-fat canned coconut milk; it creates a much creamier and richer sauce.
Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the chicken; work in batches if necessary to ensure it gets a nice golden-brown crust.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers in the last 5 minutes of cooking for a complete one-pan meal.
Keyword coconut chicken,creamy chicken recipe,easy weeknight dinner

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