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Sweet Chili Coconut-Lime Grilled Chicken with Cauliflower Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A flavorful and healthy Sweet Chili Coconut-Lime Grilled Chicken recipe featuring tender grilled chicken breasts marinated in a sweet chili and coconut milk blend, served over sautéed coconut-lime cauliflower rice with fresh cilantro. This dish offers a perfect balance of sweetness, tanginess, and tropical coconut aroma, making it a delightful low-carb dinner option.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 3/4 cup light coconut milk, divided
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce, plus more for dipping
  • 1 lime (juice of 1/2 lime for marinade, juice of remaining 1/2 for cauliflower rice)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 chicken breasts (~2 lbs)

For the Cauliflower Rice

  • 8 cups cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3-4 tablespoons light coconut milk (for sautéing cauliflower rice)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a large Ziplock bag, combine 1/2 cup light coconut milk, 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce, and the juice of half a lime. Season with salt and pepper, then mix thoroughly by squishing the bag.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the marinade bag, seal it, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow flavors to infuse.
  3. Preheat and Prepare the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high and grease the grates well to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill, cooking for 4-5 minutes on the first side, then flipping and cooking for another 3-4 minutes on the second side. Adjust cooking time based on breast size and preferred doneness.
  5. Rest the Chicken: Remove the grilled chicken from the grill and let it rest on a plate for 5 minutes to retain juices.
  6. Sauté the Cauliflower Rice: While the chicken rests, heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add the cauliflower rice, season generously with salt and pepper, then sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  7. Flavor the Cauliflower Rice: Squeeze the juice from the remaining half lime into the skillet. Stir in 3-4 tablespoons of light coconut milk to desired coconut flavor and add chopped fresh cilantro. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Plate and Serve: Spoon the flavored cauliflower rice onto plates, top with grilled chicken breasts, and serve alongside extra sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • For a higher carb option, serve this dish with regular cooked rice instead of cauliflower rice.
  • Make sure to grease the grill grates well to prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Adjust coconut milk quantity in cauliflower rice sauté to your preferred level of coconut flavor.
  • Resting the chicken post-grilling helps keep it juicy and tender.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Fusion / Tropical

Find it online: https://sophiasrecipe.com/sweet-chili-coconut-lime-grilled-chicken-with-cauliflower-rice-recipe/