Description
This Coconut Lime Chicken is a flavorful dish made with tender chicken thighs marinated in coconut milk and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Chili paste
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, coconut milk, olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, chili paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it’s ready for the chicken.
- Transfer the marinated chicken and all the marinade to a baking dish, ensuring the pieces are arranged in a single layer for even cooking.
- Cook in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken looks golden brown.
- Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before drizzling with fresh lime juice and garnishing with cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can also be made with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Substitute coconut milk with almond milk for a lighter option.
- Adjust chili paste based on your spice tolerance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg