🍗 Coconut Lime Chicken with Rice 🥥🍋
This Coconut Lime Chicken with Rice is creamy, zesty, and bursting with tropical flavors. It's the perfect weeknight dinner that's easy to make and packed with flavor! 🌿🍚
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts or thighs 🍗
1 can coconut milk (13.5 oz) 🥥
2 tbsp lime juice 🍋
1 tbsp lime zest 🍋
2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
1 tbsp soy sauce 🍶
1 tbsp olive oil 🌿
1 tsp ginger, minced (optional) 🌱
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
1 cup jasmine or basmati rice 🍚
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
Lime wedges for serving 🍋
Instructions:
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, soy sauce, ginger (if using), salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for extra flavor). 🥥🍋
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside. 🐔🔥
Prepare the Rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare the rice according to the package instructions. Fluff with a fork when done. 🍚
Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, pour the remaining marinade and bring it to a simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally. 🌿
Assemble: Serve the chicken over the rice, drizzle with the coconut lime sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. 🌟
Enjoy this tropical, creamy chicken dish with every bite! 😋