Wild Island Chicken

Transform your dinner table into a tropical escape with this flavorful Wild Island Chicken recipe! Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are marinated in a luscious blend of creamy coconut milk, zesty lime, soy sauce, and honey, with hints of garlic, ginger, and a touch of heat from red chili flakes. Pan-seared to golden perfection and then oven-baked in the reserved marinade, this dish bursts with sweet, tangy, and savory island-inspired flavors. Finished with fresh cilantro and green onions, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Perfectly paired with steamed jasmine rice or grilled vegetables, this easy yet exotic recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 stalks green onions, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes. Mix well to create the marinade.

Step 3

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 4

Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable bag or container. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight for stronger flavors). Reserve the remaining marinade for later.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 3 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the reserved marinade over the chicken in the skillet.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Garnish the chicken with diced green onions and chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 10

Serve the Wild Island Chicken with steamed jasmine rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1021.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1582.9

Total Fat 107.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 4052.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 112.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.6mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1673.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 13.0%