Cilantro Chicken
If you’re looking for a simple weeknight dinner that’s packed with flavor, this Cilantro Chicken is one of my favorite go-to meals. It combines juicy pan-fried chicken breast with a fresh, savory cilantro sauce that comes together in minutes. Served over jasmine rice with a side of steamed broccoli. It’s a balanced meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make.
What I love most about this recipe is the cilantro sauce. Fresh chopped cilantro is combined with soy sauce, garlic, water, and a touch of coconut sugar to create a savory-sweet topping that perfectly complements the chicken.
The chicken breast is first pan-fried until golden brown and cooked through, then sliced into bite-sized pieces for easy serving. Once the chicken is plated, the cilantro sauce is poured over the top, allowing every piece to soak up the fresh cilantro garlic flavors.
The jasmine rice provides a fragrant base that absorbs the delicious sauce, while steamed broccoli adds color, texture, and extra nutrition to the plate. Together, these simple ingredients create a meal that feels wholesome and flavorful without requiring hours in the kitchen.
Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or making a quick family dinner, this Cilantro Chicken is a recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat. It’s fresh, satisfying, and proof that a handful of simple ingredients can create something truly delicious.
Cilantro Chicken
3
servings10
minutes20
minutesIngredients
1 lb chicken breast
salt & black pepper to season
2 tbsp olive oil
- For Sauce
1/3 cup chopped cilantro
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp coconut sugar or sugar
6 tbsp water
3 tbsp soy sauce
Directions
- Place chicken breast on a cutting board.
- Using a sharp knife, slice horizontally through the thickest part of the breast and cut all the way through. This helps it cook faster and more evenly.
- Add olive oil to a pan. Once hot, pan fry chicken breast and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- On medium heat, cook for about 5 minutes on each side.
- Once cooked, take off heat immediately to prevent the chicken from drying out. Check by inserting a thermometer and the internal temperature reaches 165F.
- For sauce, combine chopped cilantro, minced garlic, coconut sugar, soy sauce and water. Mix well and set aside.
- Once everything is ready, cut chicken into bite size pieces and pour cilantro sauce over the chicken. Serve with Jasmin rice and steamed broccoli.