Description
Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy coconut sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and spices. It’s inspired by traditional Brazilian flavors and typically served with rice.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until soft.
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne. Cook for 1 more minute.
- Return the chicken to the pan and stir to coat with the spices.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot over rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Adjust spice levels to your taste by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper.
- This dish pairs well with white rice or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
