Description
Creamy Coconut Milk Chicken is a deliciously rich and tropical dish that turns ordinary chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece. This quick recipe features tender chicken simmered in a velvety coconut milk sauce, enhanced with fragrant garlic and fresh herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve it over fluffy rice or noodles to enjoy every delectable drop of sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup fresh basil or cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in coconut milk and soy sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for about 10 minutes until flavors meld.
- Incorporate fresh herbs during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, drizzled with remaining sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg