Coconut Chicken Recipe: Juicy Delight with a Tropical Twist
Coconut Chicken is a juicy and flavorful dish with a tropical twist, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix coconut milk, coconut oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the coconut mixture over them, ensuring they’re well coated.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and has a slight golden brown color.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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