Coconut-Lime Chicken & Rice Skillet
Coconut-Lime Chicken & Rice Skillet is a tropical escape on your dinner table. This one-pan dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and the bright flavors of coconut and lime, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will transport your taste buds to sunny shores.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers and green onions; mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Add garlic and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in coconut milk, chicken broth, and lime juice; bring to a simmer.
- Add rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice absorbs liquid, about 15–20 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork; stir in green onions and cilantro if desired. Serve warm with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp. To enhance flavors, marinate chicken in lime juice for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days.