Grilled Ceylon-Spiced Chicken with Coconut-Lime Dipping Sauce

Total Time: 🕑 1 hour 30 minutes
🧂 Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cutting and marinating the chicken: 15 minutes
• Prepping dipping sauce ingredients: 5 minutes

🕒 Marinating Time: 1 hour (minimum)
For a stronger flavor, marinate overnight.

🔥 Cooking Time: 10–12 minutes

• Grilling chicken (5–6 minutes per side)
• Making the coconut-lime dipping sauce: 3–5 minutes on stovetop

A fragrant fusion dish combining Ceylon Cinnamon and Ceylon Pepper for a warm, zesty flavor—perfect for summer grilling or weeknight meals!

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 tsp Ceylon Cinnamon powder (The True Organics)
• 1 tsp freshly ground Ceylon Pepper (The True Organics)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• Juice of ½ lime

For the Coconut-Lime Dipping Sauce:

• ½ cup canned coconut milk
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• ½ tsp Ceylon Cinnamon powder
• ½ tsp freshly ground Ceylon Pepper
• 1 tsp honey
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish  

   

  Directions

  Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
  2. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for maximum flavor).

  Step 2: Grill the Chicken

  1. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
  3. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  Step 3: Make the Coconut-Lime Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, combine all dipping sauce ingredients.
  2. Simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes while stirring.
  3. Let cool slightly and pour into a small serving bowl.

• Serving Ideas

  • Serve grilled chicken slices over jasmine rice or in lettuce wraps
  • Use the coconut-lime sauce as a dip or drizzle
  • Add a fresh side salad with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion

• Why This Recipe Works

  • Ceylon Cinnamon adds a subtle sweet warmth that pairs beautifully with the zesty lime.
  • Ceylon Pepper gives a nuanced heat that complements the sweetness of honey and richness of coconut milk.
  • Perfect for meal prep, BBQs, or healthy weeknight dinners

• Use the Best Ingredients

  • Use only organic Ceylon Cinnamon and Ceylon Pepper from The True Organics for bold, clean flavor.

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