Name: Coconut Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: New American
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 skinless chicken breasts; 2 tbsp avocado oil; 1/2 cup(s) coconut milk; 1 lime, juiced, plus more to serve; finely chopped cilantro, for garnish, optional; cauliflower rice and/or sautéed vegetables, to serve

Coconut Chicken Recipe

Rating 5.0

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| Last Updated on March 20, 2024

This delicious keto Caribbean coconut chicken pairs perfectly with cauliflower rice or sautГ©ed vegetables. Adjust the level of cayenne pepper in this coconut chicken recipe according to your spice preference and enjoy your flavorful keto-friendly, low-carb meal!

Dinner

New American

ingredients

steps

minutes

Ingredients

Servings:

garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

paprika

1/2 tsp

cayenne pepper

salt and pepper, to taste

skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp

avocado oil

1/2 cup(s)

coconut milk

lime, juiced, plus more to serve

finely chopped cilantro, for garnish, optional

cauliflower rice and/or sautéed vegetables, to serve

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Directions 6 steps | 30 Minutes

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Measure and prep all ingredients.

Coconut Chicken Recipe: Preheat your oven to 375°F.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 4

In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, heat the avocado oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.

Coconut Chicken Recipe: In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, heat the avocado oil.

Step 5

Pour the coconut milk and lime juice into the skillet. Stir to combine the liquids with the spices. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Coconut Chicken Recipe: Pour the coconut milk and lime juice into the skillet.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the oven, and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish the chicken with fresh cilantro if using, and serve. Enjoy!

Coconut Chicken Recipe: Remove the skillet from the oven, and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

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CALORIES

588

FAT

33.8 g

PROTEIN

63.4 g

CARBS

8.3 g

Coconut Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

Directions 6 steps | 30 Minutes

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