creamy cilantro chicken with a kick

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 serrano peppers, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger root
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 teaspoons grated lime zest
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 30 mins


• in a blender or large food processor, combine the garlic, serrano peppers, ginger, cilantro, lime zest, soy sauce, sugar and coconut milk. process until smooth.
• place the chicken into a large resealable bag, and pour the liquid from the blender in with it. seal, and refrigerate for about 1 hour, turning once after 30 minutes.
• preheat the oven's broiler. place the chicken a broiling pan, and pour the marinade into a saucepan.
• broil the chicken for about 10 minutes on each side, until browned and the juices run clear. while the chicken is cooking, bring the marinade to a boil. simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
• place chicken a serving plate, and pour the sauce over it to serve.