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Coconut Milk Chicken


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Description

A creamy and comforting dish that combines coconut milk with tender chicken, ready in under an hour.


Ingredients

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  • 1.251.5 lb bone-in or boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp turmeric or curry powder
  • 12 tbsp lime juice
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season and sear the chicken in a heavy skillet until golden brown, about 4–5 minutes per side.
  2. Remove the chicken and sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Deglaze with chicken broth, then add coconut milk, fish sauce, and turmeric or curry powder.
  4. Return the chicken to the pan and simmer for 15–20 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Finish with lime juice and cilantro, and serve as desired.

Notes

This dish reheats exceptionally well and tastes even better the next day. Serve over rice or in tortillas for a versatile meal.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg