Description
A flavorful and aromatic dish, this Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a delightful combination of tender chicken cooked in a rich coconut sauce with a hint of spice. Perfect for a cozy dinner with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to heat preference)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (14 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (plus more for garnish)
- cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, brown chicken pieces on all sides, then set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and bell peppers. Add spices, tomato paste, and coconut milk. Simmer with chicken until cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Serve hot over rice, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- You can use chicken breast for a leaner option or thighs for extra flavor.
- For added heat, include a chopped fresh chili or a dash of hot sauce.
- This dish pairs beautifully with white rice or coconut rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (with sauce, without rice)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
