Description
Succulent coconut cilantro chicken delight brings Caribbean warmth to dinner tables with exotic spices and creamy sauce. Tender chicken nestles in fragrant herbs, promising a delectable journey through bold island flavors that will charm both adventurous and classic palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) shredded and finely chopped chicken (about 2 cups)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 cup shredded carrot (about 1 large carrot)
- 0.5 bunch cilantro
Spices, Sauces, and Other Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 15 ounces (443 milliliters) unsweetened coconut milk (1 can)
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 fresh lime)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions
- Melt butter in a spacious pot over gentle heat, introducing shredded carrots, warming spices like cinnamon and ginger, along with paprika and salt. Sauté until carrots soften and release a fragrant aroma.
- Transform cilantro and chicken broth into a vibrant green liquid by pulsing briefly in a blender, creating a fresh herb-infused base. Pour this verdant mixture into the pot with the caramelized carrots.
- Introduce rich, creamy unsweetened coconut milk to the simmering pot, followed by tender chicken pieces and fluffy white rice. Drizzle in bright lime juice and umami-rich soy sauce, stirring to harmonize all flavors.
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, allowing the ingredients to meld together. Let the soup warm through completely, ensuring the chicken is heated evenly and the rice absorbs the complex, layered seasonings.
- Once the soup reaches a perfect temperature and the flavors have intensified, remove from heat. Let it rest momentarily to allow the aromatics to fully develop before serving in warm bowls.
Notes
- Elevate your chicken dish with a vibrant blend of cilantro and coconut, creating a flavor-packed meal that’s both comforting and exotic.
- Softening carrots with warm spices like cinnamon and ginger builds a rich, aromatic foundation that infuses deep flavor into every bite.
- Blending cilantro directly into the broth ensures a fresh, herbaceous taste that permeates the entire dish without overwhelming other ingredients.
- Choose unsweetened coconut milk for a creamy texture that balances the bright lime juice and savory soy sauce perfectly.
- Quick 5-10 minute simmer allows all ingredients to meld together, developing a harmonious and complex taste profile.
- Leftover rice works great in this recipe, making it an excellent way to repurpose day-old grains and reduce food waste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg