Coconut Lime Chicken Snow Peas
Brighten up your dinner table with this Coconut Lime Chicken Snow Peas recipe, a fresh and flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dining or entertaining guests. Tender strips of chicken are simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with zesty lime juice, honey, and a hint of soy sauce for the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Crisp snow peas add a refreshing crunch and pair beautifully with the creamy sauce, while garlic and ginger lend a fragrant punch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a quick and healthy option that can be served over steamed jasmine rice or low-carb cauliflower rice for added versatility. Packed with vibrant flavors and easy-to-find ingredients, it’s a wholesome, one-skillet meal you’ll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 ounces snow peas
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips for even cooking.
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken strips to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, followed by the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, and lime zest to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, return the chicken to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Blanch the snow peas by adding them to the boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Drain immediately and transfer to a bowl of ice water to retain their color and crunch.
Add the blanched snow peas to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
Remove from heat and serve the Coconut Lime Chicken with Snow Peas over steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 101.9 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2718 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 156.3 g | 313% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 2618 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
