Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Flavorful Indulgence at Home
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken features deliciously tender chicken simmered in a fragrant coconut milk sauce, spices, and vibrant ingredients, making it a perfect dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing red pepper flakes.
- Can be served over rice or with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken