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Coconut Chicken Thighs


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  • Author: Chef User
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and creamy coconut chicken dish that’s perfect served over rice or noodles.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 can (13 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: chop onions, mince garlic, grate ginger, and slice red chilies.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the skillet; brown on both sides (approximately 4-5 minutes per side).
  4. Pour in coconut milk and sliced red chilies; stir gently and let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
  5. Just before serving, squeeze lime juice into the pan and stir well.
  6. Serve hot over rice or noodles and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • This dish can be adjusted for spice by adding more or fewer red chili peppers according to your taste.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg