Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken
Nov 09, 2025 02:41 PM
Chicken breasts are simmered in a slightly spicy coconut milk based sauce in this quick and easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
There’s nothing I love more than an easy weeknight chicken dinner recipe, and this one is a flavorful new favorite at my house. My kids and I are big fans of coconut milk based curry dishes, so I was pretty sure this would be a hit. I was not disappointed.
Rich and Creamy Sauce: The combination of coconut milk and heavy cream creates a luscious, flavorful sauce that’s comforting without being too heavy.
Easy Enough for Weeknights but Fancy Enough for Guests: I call recipes like this “easy but elegant,” which means they’re great for busy nights or casual entertaining.
Versatile Pairing Options: Serve this over rice, noodles, mashed potatoes, or with warm naan to soak up every drop of that amazing sauce.
Ingredients:
- 4-6 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 13.6 oz. can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1-2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
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