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Asian Pomegranate Coconut Chicken Skillet

This Asian Pomegranate Coconut Chicken Skillet is a flavor-packed, quick meal that will impress your loved ones!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup coconut milk quality (I like Chaokoh)
  • 3/4 cup pomegranate juice
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce quality (like Lee Kum Kee or Kikkoman)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha or Asian hot red chili sauce (more or less to taste)
  • 1/2 cup peanuts crushed (or more to taste)
  • 1/3 cup sweetened coconut flakes or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds or more to taste
  • to taste Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then season both sides with ground ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they’re nicely browned and cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add coconut milk, pomegranate juice, hoisin sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, along with the garlic powder, dried basil, onion powder, ground ginger, salt, pepper, and Sriracha. Stir to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
  5. Once the chicken is heated through, remove the skillet from the heat. Top with crushed peanuts, sweetened coconut flakes, and pomegranate seeds for garnish.

Notes

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of coconut milk if needed.
  • This dish can be frozen for up to 2 months, though textures may change slightly.