Coconut Lime Chicken and Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 1 cup jasmine rice
03 - 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
04 - 1 cup chicken broth
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
07 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon lime zest (about 2 limes)
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
11 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - ½ teaspoon paprika
13 - ½ teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
14 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for spice)
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste
16 - Fresh cilantro, for garnish
17 - Lime wedges, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and turmeric (if using).
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, skin-side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
03 - In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic, ginger, and lime zest, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
04 - Add the jasmine rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, coating it in the aromatics. Then, pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, and lime juice. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
05 - Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the pan, skin-side up. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and the rice is tender. If the rice needs more liquid, add a splash of water or broth and continue cooking for a few more minutes.
06 - Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

# Notes:

01 - Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are ideal for juiciness, but boneless cuts can be used as a substitute.
02 - For the best flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
03 - Jasmine rice works best, as its fragrance complements the other ingredients.

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