If you’re looking for something that’s both easy to make and sure to impress, give this Caribbean Chicken a try! The sweet coconut, zesty lime, and just-right kick from the chilies come together for a truly memorable meal. It’s perfect for family dinners, weekend get-togethers, or even a relaxed evening at home. Serve it with some fluffy rice or your favorite veggies, and you’ll have a dish everyone will want seconds of. Enjoy cooking and sharing this tasty tropical treat!

Caribbean Chicken with Coconut, Lime and Chiles

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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Carribean
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Degree of Difficulty : Easy
Servings: 2 people

Ingredients 

  • 4 whole bone in/skin on chicken thighs
  • vegetable oil spray
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large thinly sliced onion
  • 2 cloves grated garlic
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 whole lime, zest and juice
  • 1 tsp Asian chili sauce (hot)
  • 1 cup coconut cream
  • 3-4 sprigs fresh cilantro.

Instructions

Gather all ingredients before starting the recipe

  • Season 4 whole bone in/skin on chicken thighs and set aside for up to an hour before cooking.
  • Coat the bottom of medium sized skillet with vegetable oil spray and add the seasoned chicken thighs, skin side down. Cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken has become golden, turn and cook for another 10 minutes on the second side.
  • Push the chicken to one side and add 1 large thinly sliced onion and sauté until the onions have started to turn golden. Add 2 cloves grated garlic and 1 tbsp dried thyme and stir to combine. Cook for another 5-6 minutes and then remove the chicken to a platter.
  • Add 1 tbsp curry powder, 1 whole lime, zest and juice, 1 tsp Asian chili sauce (hot) and stir to combine with the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes, then add 1 cup coconut cream and stir to combine. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper and return the chicken to the skillet.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

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