Description
Coconut peach chicken is a tropical-inspired dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy coconut milk sauce and sweet peaches, creating a unique sweet and savory meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts or thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups fresh or canned peaches, sliced
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger or 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil or cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in coconut milk, ginger, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Add sliced peaches to the skillet, then return the chicken to the pan, nestling it into the sauce.
- Simmer gently for 15–20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce has slightly thickened.
- Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with fresh basil or cilantro.
Notes
- Use canned peaches when fresh ones aren’t in season—just drain them first.
- Try chicken thighs for a richer flavor and tenderness.
- Add bell peppers or spinach for extra vegetables.
- A squeeze of lime juice brightens the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
