Ingredients
Metric Imperial
- 1 organic chicken breast 2 1⁄2 to 3 pounds or a whole chicken
- 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons unrefined, organic coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small, sweet onion, peeled and quartered
- 3 tablespoons dried coconut flakes (unsweetened)
Instructions
- 1. preheat oven to 475° F. Set oven rack on the lowest or middle level.
- 2. Remove the peel (or zest) from the lime using a zester or grater. Chop the remaining lime into four pieces and set aside.
- 3. Combine the zest in a small bowl with coconut oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Using your hands, carefully spread coconut oil mixture
- 5. Place the chicken breasts in a small roasting pan or cast-iron frying pan. Sprinkle with shredded coconut.
- 6. Bake at 475° F for 15–20 minutes until the skin is golden brown.
- 7. Reduce heat to 400° F and cook for another 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Allow chicken to cool for 5 minutes before carving.
A fantastic healthy chicken recipe that is nutritious and delicious. Health coach and master nutritionist-approved for cardio health. For answers to any questions you may have please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900 or 915-412-6677