Coconut Milk Chicken
Coconut Milk Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices, creating a symphony of tropical flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe promises to uplift your dinner table and impress your family or guests. Serve it over fluffy rice or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that encapsulates warmth and comfort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (about 2 medium)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, mince garlic and ginger, and slice bell peppers.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute), then add bell peppers.
- Cook the chicken: Add chicken pieces to the skillet; cook until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Add liquids: Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth; stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate spinach: Add spinach leaves and simmer for another 10-15 minutes until wilted.
- Finish: Squeeze lime juice over the dish before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu, or add fresh herbs for extra flavor. This dish also stores well in an airtight container for meal prep.