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Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

  • Author: Lordibra
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon ground coriander
– 1 tablespoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
– 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– Salt to taste
– Pepper to taste
– Lime wedges, for serving


Instructions

Creating Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken is simple. Just follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add Spices: Stir in ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, and red chili flakes. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
5. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper. Brown for about 5 minutes on each side.
6. Pour in Coconut Milk: Once the chicken is browned, pour in the coconut milk. Stir well to combine.
7. Simmer: Reduce heat and allow to simmer for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
8. Add Basil: Stir in chopped fresh basil, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
9. Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot with lime wedges for squeezing on top.

Following these steps will lead you to a delightful creation of Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken, bursting with flavor and freshness.



Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Fat: 24g
  • Protein: 28g