How to Make Coconut Lime Chicken Pieces - A Step-by-Step Guide

Coconut lime chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that brings together the tropical flavors of coconut and lime with tender, juicy chicken pieces. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to add a little bit of brightness and zest to their weeknight dinner routine. Whether you're a fan of citrusy flavors, creamy coconut, or just want to switch up your usual chicken dish, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 3 limes, zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup honey, plus more for dipping
  • 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup olive oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally, then cut into thin strips. Place chicken strips in a bowl; stir in lime juice to marinate at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours.
  • Place 1/4 cup honey into a bowl; whisk coconut and flour together in another bowl. Dip chicken strips into honey to coat; roll chicken through flour mixture to coat. Discard excess honey and coconut mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry chicken pieces until browned, crisp, no longer pink at the center, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Sprinkle with lime zest.
  • Nutrition

    437 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 69mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 390mg