Instant Pot Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken Thighs
Instant Pot Creamy Coconut Lime Chicken Thighs offers a delightful escape to tropical flavors in just one pot. Succulent boneless chicken thighs are simmered in a rich coconut milk sauce infused with zesty lime, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a culinary adventure that will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Sauté.' Add olive oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken thighs and brown for about 3 minutes per side.
- Pour in coconut milk, lime juice, and honey; stir gently while scraping any brown bits from the pot.
- Close the lid and set to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' on high for 10 minutes with natural release for 5 minutes, then quick release.
- Remove chicken, set Instant Pot back to 'Sauté,' and simmer sauce for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Return chicken to the sauce, stir to coat, and serve with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and spices for up to an hour before cooking. - Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas during cooking for extra nutrition. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for future meals.