Description
Looking for a bold, creamy dinner that doesn’t weigh you down? This Coconut-Lemon Chicken Alfredo with Chili Feta Cream is the ultimate easy dinner idea. It’s fast, flavorful, and unique—perfect for healthy weeknight meals or when you need food ideas that impress without the stress. With tangy lemon, rich coconut milk, spicy chili flakes, and salty feta, this is not your average Alfredo. Serve it with crispy parmesan green beans for a balanced, vibrant plate. A standout among quick dinners, this easy recipe belongs in your regular rotation of dinner ideas and healthy comfort food favorites.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenders
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 lemon zested and juiced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 can full-fat coconut milk
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon red chili flakes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces green beans trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil (for green beans)
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and marinate for 20–30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss green beans with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Sprinkle parmesan over the top.
3. Roast green beans for 15–18 minutes, until golden and crispy on the edges.
4. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the marinated chicken 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
5. Lower heat to medium. Add a splash of oil, garlic, and red chili flakes. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Stir in crumbled feta and whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then add chopped parsley.
7. Return chicken to the sauce and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to soak up flavor.
8. Serve hot with the roasted green beans and a wedge of lemon if desired.
Notes
Full-fat coconut milk gives the sauce a creamy, luscious texture—don’t substitute with lite versions.
Add feta only after the coconut milk is hot but not boiling, to prevent curdling and ensure smooth texture.
Roast the green beans separately to keep them crispy and prevent them from softening in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Oven
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy recipe, quick dinner, chicken alfredo, healthy comfort food, coconut milk recipes, feta sauce, dinner ideas