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Coconut Lime Chicken and Rice

Zesty Coconut Lime Chicken and Rice for a Flavor Burst

Delight in a refreshing blend of coconut, lime, and tender chicken served over rice for a succulent meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Rice Jasmine or long-grain preferred
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Boneless, skinless
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full fat recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Grated
  • 2 tablespoons Cilantro Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Rice cooker
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Start by cooking the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink inside, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, and zest, stir well, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve the chicken over rice and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pair with a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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