Description
Indulge in the creamy, vibrant flavors of the Coconut Lime Chicken Dish. This quick and delightful recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious coconut cream sauce, zesty lime, and fresh green beans. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also impresses with its stunning presentation.
Ingredients
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- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces fresh green beans
- 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut cream
- 2 large shallots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger
- Fresh lime juice and zest
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and cook until golden brown on both sides (about 8-10 minutes total). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots until translucent, then add green beans and garlic; cook for another minute.
- Stir in ginger and chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Add coconut cream and return chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (7-10 minutes), occasionally turning.
- Stir in lime zest and juice before serving with garnishes like cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for a hint of spice. Feel free to customize by including vegetables such as bell peppers or snap peas.