Coconut Lime Chicken
A delightful tropical chicken dish infused with coconut and zesty lime, perfect for summer cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 105 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken pieces
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Create the irresistible marinade by mixing coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the chicken for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish the cooked chicken with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For more intense flavors, marinate overnight. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Find it online: https://www.pennykitchenz.com/coconut-lime-chicken/