Coconut-Lime Chicken Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

A vibrant Caribbean-inspired chicken stew simmered in creamy coconut milk with zesty lime and warming spices. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, coconut milk, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 14 oz can coconut milk
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1 small, seeded and finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 3 thyme sprigs
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 finely chopped small scotch bonnet pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and the onion softens.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into chunks, seasoning with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground allspice. Brown the chicken pieces for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until edges are golden.
3. Step 3: Pour in 14 oz can of coconut milk and 1 cup chicken broth, then add 3 thyme sprigs. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook gently for 25 minutes until chicken is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Remove thyme sprigs. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot with rice or bread.