Irresistible Coconut Milk-Braised Chicken
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this Irresistible Coconut Milk-Braised Chicken. Tender chicken thighs simmered in rich coconut milk create a creamy, flavorful dish that warms the soul. Infused with fragrant ginger and garlic, this recipe is perfect for special occasions or cozy weeknight dinners. Serve it over jasmine rice for a delightful meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken thighs to the skillet and brown on each side for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and add sliced bell pepper and fish sauce; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg