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One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken

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One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken is a bold, creamy, and flavor-packed dinner made with juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich coconut sauce with fresh lime, garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat. This easy Thai-inspired recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect served over rice or noodles for a fast, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5–2 lbs)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons flour (for dredging)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil or neutral cooking oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 1–2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1–2 teaspoons Sriracha (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato purée (or paste)
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • ¼ cup coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions (green onions)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts (for topping)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Red chili slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and lightly dredge in flour (plus paprika if using).
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté garlic, ginger, jalapeño, and shallots until fragrant.
  4. Stir in tomato purée and Sriracha. Cook 1 minute.
  5. Add lime juice, zest, and soy sauce. Deglaze the pan.
  6. Pour in coconut milk and coconut cream. Stir well.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, cover, and simmer 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Uncover and simmer a few minutes more if sauce needs thickening.
  9. Serve with chopped peanuts, spring onions, cilantro, and chili slices over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Substitute chicken breasts, tofu, or chickpeas based on preference.
  • Add spinach or kale at the end for extra greens.
  • Adjust heat level with more Sriracha or jalapeño.
  • Serve with jasmine rice, quinoa, or even mashed potatoes.
  • Sauce thickens as it sits—add a splash of coconut milk when reheating.

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