Sweet Chili Coconut-Lime Grilled Chicken
A tropical delight featuring chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of coconut milk, sweet chili sauce, and lime, grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 3/4 cup light coconut milk, divided
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce, plus more for dipping
- 1 unit lime juiced
- to taste unit salt and pepper
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (~2lbs)
- 8 cups cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
- 1.5 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sweet chili sauce with 1/2 cup of light coconut milk. Squeeze in the juice of one lime and stir until blended. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
Marinate the Chicken
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and place them in a large resealable bag or dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare Cauliflower Rice
- If using fresh cauliflower, pulse it in a food processor until it resembles rice. For frozen, have it ready to cook.
- In a skillet, melt the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the cauliflower rice and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
Grill the Chicken
- Preheat your grill. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked and juices run clear.
Rest and Serve
- Remove chicken from grill and let it rest for a few minutes, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
- Serve alongside sautéed cauliflower rice with additional sweet chili sauce for dipping.
Notes
Marinate chicken for longer for deeper flavor. Let chicken rest after grilling to ensure juiciness. Adjust lime juice to preference.