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Golden Coconut-Lime Chicken in Creamy Sauce with Steamed Jasmine Rice

Golden Coconut-Lime Chicken in Creamy Sauce with Steamed Jasmine Rice
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Golden Coconut-Lime Chicken in Creamy Sauce with Steamed Jasmine Rice is a vibrant and comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious coconut and lime sauce, paired perfectly with fragrant steamed jasmine rice. This recipe delivers a balanced flavor profile with zesty lime brightness, rich coconut creaminess, and a beautiful golden color, making it an easy yet impressive meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Protein

  • 4–6 chicken thighs, bone-in or boneless

Sauce

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • Juice and zest of 2 fresh limes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder or curry powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Rice

  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • Water for cooking rice (according to package instructions)

Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro or basil, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Zest and juice the limes, mince the garlic and ginger, and measure out the coconut milk and spices so everything is ready before cooking.
  2. Cook the Jasmine Rice: Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until clear, then cook it according to package instructions, preferably by steaming for fluffy and aromatic rice.
  3. Brown the Chicken: Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken thighs on both sides until they develop a golden crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to keep juicy.
  4. Prepare the Coconut-Lime Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add turmeric or curry powder and toast it lightly for enhanced flavor. Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, and lime zest, then simmer gently to combine the flavors.
  5. Simmer Chicken in Sauce: Return the browned chicken thighs to the skillet, submerging them in the creamy sauce. Let them cook over low to medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender, allowing the chicken to absorb the sauce.
  6. Finish and Garnish: Season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro or basil on top. Serve the golden coconut-lime chicken with the steamed jasmine rice.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for richer flavor and juicier meat.
  • Don’t skip lime zest as it provides an intense citrus aroma that juice alone cannot deliver.
  • Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer to thicken or adding water/coconut milk to thin.
  • Lightly toast turmeric or curry powder before adding liquids to boost flavor.
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes in the sauce after cooking to enhance flavor absorption.

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