Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken with a rich coconut sauce infused with exotic spices. This ultimate recipe is a must-try for anyone who enjoys bold flavors and creamy textures.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice or quinoa (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Spices: Sprinkle paprika and cayenne pepper over the chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly in spices.
- Pour in Coconut Milk: Slowly add the coconut milk to the skillet, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and reduce heat to low. Allow to cook for approximately 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust Seasoning: Stir in lime juice and fish sauce taste-testing for salt and spice level. Adjust as needed.
- Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Plate: Serve hot over cooked rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Spicy, Brazilian, Coconut Chicken, Recipe, Main Dish
