Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb, Keto, Paleo)

Name: Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb, Keto, Paleo)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons ghee; 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 small onion; 1 Jalapeno pepper; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 lime; 1/2 cup coconut cream; Paprika for seasoning; Cilantro and lime wedges

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb, Keto, Paleo)

Iris Warren

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Simple rich and delicious chicken with coconut and lime sauce recipe. This is a great family 30 minute meal and also dish to prepare in advance.

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Ingredients

3 teaspoons ghee divided
1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 small onion chopped
1 Jalapeno pepper seeded and chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 lime juiced
1/2 cup coconut cream
Paprika for seasoning optional
Cilantro and lime wedges optional

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Instructions

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt ghee (butter or oil)
Prepare chicken if not using chicken tenders.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in prepared skillet for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove chicken.
Return skillet to the heat and add the remaining ghee (butter or oil).
Stir in the onion and jalapeno and saute for 2 minutes or until soft.
Stir in the chicken broth and lime juice. Brig the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Whisk in the coconut cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Add back the chicken to warm.
Garnish with paprika, cilantro and lime wedges.