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A delicious bowl of creamy coconut lime chicken thighs is served with a vibrant garnish of chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes. The chicken is golden and perfectly seared, swimming in a thick, fragrant sauce made with coconut milk, lime juice, and savory spices. A comforting and flavorful dish.

Coconut Lime Chicken Recipe

A creamy, zesty, and comforting coconut lime chicken dish made with juicy chicken thighs, fresh lime, and rich coconut milk. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and meal-prep friendly!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Southeast Asian Inspired, Tropical Fusion
Servings 5
Calories 409 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Small bowl (for cornstarch slurry)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 5 skinless boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 13 2/3 ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest or to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice or to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespon chopped fresh cilantro or as needed
  • lime wedges
  • toasted unsweetened coconut flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    One tablespoon of vegetable oil is heating in a large black non-stick skillet placed on a clean white marble countertop. The oil is shimmering, indicating it's ready to cook the seasoned chicken. This step ensures the pan is properly preheated for searing the chicken to golden perfection. The setup is clean, simple, and focused.
  • Season chicken with paprika, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper.
  • Sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
    Seasoned chicken thighs are searing in a large black non-stick skillet, their surfaces turning golden brown and slightly crisped. This step locks in moisture and flavor. The white marble countertop provides a clean, professional-looking backdrop, enhancing the visual appeal of the cooking process. A wooden spoon rests nearby for flipping the chicken if needed.
  • In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  • Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, lime zest, and juice.
    A rich mixture of coconut milk, low-sodium chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, Sriracha, lime zest, and lime juice is simmering in the black skillet. Beside the pan, a glass bowl contains a cornstarch slurry, ready to be stirred into the sauce for thickening. The countertop is clean and white, with all ingredients clearly visible.
  • Simmer for 5–7 minutes; mix cornstarch with water and stir into sauce to thicken.
  • Return chicken to the pan and simmer for 5 more minutes.
    Golden-brown chicken thighs are placed back into the thickened coconut lime sauce. Fresh cilantro and lime wedges are added for garnish, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes finishes the dish. The black skillet sits on a white marble countertop, highlighting the vibrant colors and textures of this savory, creamy, and zesty chicken recipe.
  • Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, and optional coconut flakes before serving.
    A delicious bowl of creamy coconut lime chicken thighs is served with a vibrant garnish of chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes. The chicken is golden and perfectly seared, swimming in a thick, fragrant sauce made with coconut milk, lime juice, and savory spices. A comforting and flavorful dish.