Coconut Lime Chicken Flavorful and Simple Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 pieces limes (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- as needed lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. This will be your marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). If using a grill pan, make sure to sear each side for nice grill marks.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the chicken slices on a platter, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side.
💡 Chef's Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.