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Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken with Rice

Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken with Rice: A Flavorful Delight
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If you’re craving a dish that is both comforting and packed with flavor, look no further than Spiced Coconut Basil Chicken with Rice: A Flavorful Delight. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce, infused with fresh basil and aromatic spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also ideal for meal prep, ensuring delicious leftovers are just a microwave away. Serve it over fluffy rice to soak up all the luscious sauce, and watch as smiles light up the dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pan.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and ginger; cook for another minute.
  4. Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder; cook for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the pan.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in fresh basil and lime juice before serving over rice.

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