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One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken: Your New 30-Minute Weeknight Hero

One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken (Ready in 30 Minutes!)
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This creamy, zesty, and delicious One Pan Coconut Lime Chicken is ready in just 30 minutes! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are pan-seared, then braised in a flavorful coconut-lime sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or anytime you crave a tropical twist.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs

  • 2 tsp sea salt

  • 1 tsp ground black pepper

  • 1 tbsp flour (or 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 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp minced ginger

  • 1 green jalapeno, finely diced

  • 2 shallots, finely diced

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 tsp Sriracha (or more to taste)

  • 2 tbsp light soy sauce

  • 400 g (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk

  • 3 tbsp coconut cream (optional)

  • Zest of 1 lime

To Serve:

  • 2 tbsp salted peanuts, roughly chopped

  • 5 spring onions, finely sliced

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped

  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
    Trim any excess fat from chicken thighs and pat dry. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and lightly dust with flour.

  • Sear the Chicken:
    Heat coconut oil and olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer to a plate.

  • Deglaze the Pan:
    Add lime juice to the hot pan and scrape up any browned bits with a wooden spoon — this adds rich flavor!

  • Cook the Aromatics:
    Lower the heat. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeno. Stir in shallots and cook 2–3 minutes. Add tomato paste, Sriracha, and soy sauce, stirring to combine.

  • Simmer the Chicken:
    Pour in coconut milk and coconut cream. Stir well, return chicken to the pan, add lime zest, and cover with a lid. Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.

  • Garnish and Serve:
    Sprinkle with peanuts, spring onions, coriander, and red pepper flakes for heat. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Chicken Choice: Thighs stay tender and juicy. You can use chicken breasts, but reduce cooking time slightly.

  • Spice Level: Adjust Sriracha and jalapeno to your taste.

  • Coconut Cream: Adds extra richness, but can be skipped for a lighter version.

  • Serving Ideas: Delicious over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles.

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