Spicy Chicken With Coconut Lime Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Chicken With Coconut Lime Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs; 4 chicken legs, drumsticks; 3 tablespoons peanut oil; 1/2 cup green onion, sliced; 1/2 cup salsa; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 2 dried red hot peppers; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice; 3 cups rice, cooked; 1 lime, sliced (optional); 1/2 cup coconut, grated

Servings: persons

4 chicken thighs
4 chicken legs, drumsticks
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup salsa
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 dried red hot peppers
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
3 cups rice, cooked
1 lime, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup coconut, grated

1
In a large, nonstick frypan, place oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the chicken and cook about 5 minutes to brown on all sides; remove from the frypan and keep warm.
3
To the pan, add onions, salsa, garlic, peppers, curry, salt, and pepper and cook about 2 minutes, stirring until onion has browned.
4
Return chicken to the pan; pour coconut milk and lime juice over the chicken and simmer on low heat about 30 minutes or until fork can be inserted in chicken with ease.
5
Remove and discard the peppers.
6
To serve, place rice in serving platter and then top with chicken mixture.
7
Garnish with lime slices and sprinkle with some of the grated coconut and pass the remainder.

970

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken thighs, 4 chicken legs, drumsticks, 3 tablespoons peanut oil, 1/2 cup green onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Chicken With Coconut Lime Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Chicken With Coconut Lime Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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