Grilled Chicken with a Coconut Lime Marinade

Reader Contribution by Faith Moser
Published on June 17, 2011
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Faith Moser is the creator of eco ike {organic baby t’s + cookbooks full of yummy, healthy and quick recipes for kids and grown-ups}! If you want your kids to grow, live, eat & play green, visit ecoike.com.

Think tropical, flavorful and delectable with this chicken dish! The sauce is a blend of sprightly lime, creamy coconut and spicy ginger. It all delicately comes together for a dish the whole family will love!

Serve the chicken with couscous or steamed rice.

2 pounds skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
1½ – 2 tablespoons ginger, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 Tablespoon sugar
Zest and juice of 1 lime
½ teaspoon kosher salt

1. In a bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, curry powder, sugar, lime zest, lime juice and salt.

2. Add the chicken and coat evenly. Refrigerate and marinate for 1-2 hours.

3. Place the chicken skewers on a preheated grill rack. Grill, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through, about 4-5 minutes on each side.

4. Place the chicken on a platter and serve immediately.

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