Description
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in rich coconut milk, infused with garlic and ginger for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Set the chicken aside on a plate.
- Sauté garlic and ginger in the same pan for about 1 minute.
- Add coconut milk and soy sauce, stirring to combine.
- Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring it is submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve hot with rice or steamed vegetables and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Notes
Use high-quality coconut milk for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Coconut Chicken, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Asian Recipe, Gluten-Free, Chicken Recipe