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One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken

One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken

This creamy, zesty and delicious one pan Coconut Lime Chicken cooks in just 30 minutes! Skinless and boneless chicken thighs are first pan seared then braised in coconut milk until tender and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Servings 4
Calories 651 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 thighs chicken (skinless and boneless)
  • 2 tsp sea salt flakes
  • 1 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tbsp flour (can use gluten-free flour)
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika (optional)
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp light olive oil or rapeseed oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger , minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste (purée)
  • 1 tsp Sriracha , or more to taste
  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 400 g coconut milk , full-fat (14oz)
  • 3 tbsp coconut cream (optional)
  • 1 lime zest only
  • 2 tbsp salted peanuts , roughly chopped
  • red pepper flakes
  • fresh coriander , (cilantro), chopped
  • lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Trim the chicken thighs of any fat and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, paprika and lightly dust with a little flour on both sides.
  • Heat the coconut oil / oil in a large pan and sear the chicken over medium high heat for a few minutes per side until golden. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Add the lime juice to the hot pan and use a wooden spoon to scrape and browned bits stuck to the bottom loose (that's where the tasty is!).
  • Turn the heat down and add the garlic, ginger and diced jalapeno. Stir in the shallots, cook for a couple of minutes then add the tomato paste, Sriracha and soy sauce.
  • Pour the coconut milk and cream into the pan and give everything a good stir. Place the chicken thighs back into the pan, add the lime zest and cover with a lid. Simmer over low heat for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Garnish the dish with finely chopped spring onions, peanuts and coriander leaves plus some chopped chili or red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.

Notes

Using chicken breasts is an option but may require adjusting cooking times. Adding vegetables such as spinach or snap peas can enhance nutrition. Adjust spice levels by varying Sriracha or adding red pepper flakes at serve. Serve it over rice or low-carb options like cauliflower rice for variety.