Description
Sweet Chili Coconut-Lime Grilled Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. The combination of sweet chili sauce and fresh lime creates a zesty marinade that infuses the chicken with deliciousness, while a side of coconut-lime cauliflower rice adds a refreshing twist. This easy-to-make recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a healthy, high-protein meal option that’s gluten-free and low in calories. Whether you’re meal prepping or entertaining guests, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup light coconut milk
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 lime
- 4 chicken breasts (~2 lbs)
- 8 cups cauliflower rice
- 1–1/2 Tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large Ziplock bag, mix 1/2 cup coconut milk, sweet chili sauce, and juice from half a lime. Season with salt and pepper. Add chicken breasts, seal the bag, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Stir in remaining lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- Plate cauliflower rice topped with grilled chicken and offer extra sweet chili sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 grilled chicken breast with cauliflower rice (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg