Coconut Lime Chicken and Broccoli
Coconut Lime Chicken and Broccoli provides 36g protein and 574 calories per serving—a complete one-pan meal covering protein and vegetables simultaneously. Quick stovetop batch for 4 servings cuts prep time on training days. Simplify weekly prep by dedicating one stovetop session to 144g total protein across all meals.
Ingredients
- •Coconut Milk, Full-Fat, Canned(397g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(60g)
- •Honey(30g)
- •Cornstarch(15g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •Lemongrass, Fresh(20g)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Broccoli(720g)
- •Toppings: Lots Of Chopped Fresh Cilantro, Optional Thinly-Sliced Thai Bird Chiles For Heat
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, chicken stock, lime juice, sugar, cornstarch, grated ginger and grated lemongrass until combined. Set aside until ready to use.
- 2Season the chicken with a few generous pinches of salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat in a large sauté pan. Add the chicken and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring and flipping occasionally, until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a clean plate and set aside.
- 3Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the sauté pan. Add the white parts of the scallions and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the sauce mixture and whisk to combine. Let the sauce continue cooking until it reaches a simmer.
- 4Add the broccoli to the sauce and gently toss for 1 minute until it is completely coated. Add in the chicken and toss until combined. Remove from heat.
- 5Taste and season the dish with extra salt, pepper, lime juice and/or sugar if needed.
- 6Serve warm over rice or noodles, garnished with lots of fresh cilantro and the dark parts of the green onions, plus a few sliced chiles if you would like to add some heat. Enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
574
calories
36g
protein
33g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 41g
- Saturated fat
- 20.7g
- Sodium
- 180 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 5.8g
4 servings per batch · ~510g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Coconut Lime Chicken and Broccoli have per serving?
Each serving delivers 36g of protein and 574 calories — a balanced macro profile for standard training days. The macro breakdown is 33g fat and 41g carbs per serving.
How long does Coconut Lime Chicken and Broccoli take to prep?
This is a quick prep stovetop recipe that yields 4 servings per batch, making it efficient for weekday meal prep. The formula is straightforward enough for repeat batching throughout the week.
Is Coconut Lime Chicken and Broccoli good for muscle gain?
At 36g protein and 574 calories per serving with 41g carbs, this recipe supports muscle gain phases by delivering solid protein alongside carbohydrates for training recovery. The balanced macro spread makes it suitable as a standard lunch or dinner during a surplus phase.
