Creamy Coconut Chicken
Succulent chicken filets bathed in a luscious blend of coconut milk and creamy cheese. This flavorful recipe is a harmonious fusion of tangy and sweet, creating the perfect balance that will transport you to tropical paradise. It's a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 4 chicken filets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 2.
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and curry powder.
- 3.
Add the chicken filets to the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
- 4.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 5.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6.
Pour in the coconut milk and stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
- 7.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the creamy coconut sauce over the top.
- 8.
Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- 9.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
- 10.
Serve the chicken filets over rice or with your choice of sides.
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