Chinese Coconut Chicken Recipe

Chinese coconut chicken recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that is popular in Chinese cuisine. It is a combination of chicken, coconut milk, and spices that are cooked together until they are tender and flavorful.

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: Chinese Coconut Chicken Recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 331kcal

Author: Bex Smith

Equipment

Sauce Pan
bowl
paper towel

Ingredients

2.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
2.5 can of coconut milk
0.63 cup coconut oil
5 large eggs
0.63 cup cornstarch
2.5 tablespoon rice vinegar
2.5 teaspoon fresh ginger
0.63 cup sugar
2.5 lime
1.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a bowl, mix together eggs, cornstarch, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, sugar, lime juice and salt. Whisk until well combined.
Dip chicken breasts in the egg mixture and coat evenly.
Heat coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Cook chicken breasts in the coconut oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
Remove chicken from pan and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In the same pan, pour in the coconut milk and stir in remaining egg mixture.
Let it simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Add chicken back to the pan and coat in the sauce.
Serve hot over rice or with your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

Here are some tips to help you make the best Chinese coconut chicken recipe:
* Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy and flavorful dish.

* Add a bit of honey for a sweet and savory flavor.

* Cook the chicken slowly in the coconut milk to ensure it is cooked through and flavorful.

* Adjust the amount of spices to your taste.

* Serve with your favorite side dish such as steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal

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