Description
This Coconut Lime Chicken with Cauliflower Rice is a tropical-inspired, creamy, and tangy dish perfect for a comforting dinner. Tender chicken breasts are sautéed to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious coconut milk and lime sauce, served over light and fluffy cauliflower rice for a low-carb, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauce
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Side
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sauté until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add coconut milk, lime juice, and minced garlic. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
- Combine and finish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet with the sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and heat through for another 3-5 minutes to ensure the chicken is cooked completely and infused with the coconut lime flavor.
- Prepare the cauliflower rice: While the chicken simmers, heat another pan over medium heat and lightly sauté the cauliflower rice until warm and slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
- Serve: Plate the cauliflower rice and top with the coconut lime chicken along with the sauce. Optionally garnish with fresh cilantro and lime zest for added brightness.
Notes
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime zest for enhanced flavor and presentation.
- Use fresh garlic for best taste, but garlic powder can be substituted if needed.
- Ensure chicken breasts are not too thick for even cooking; pounding them slightly can help.
- This dish can be complemented with a side of steamed vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
