Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Flavorful Twist to Cherish
A delicious recipe that marries coconut and spices for a unique Brazilian dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 jalapeño, chopped
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, and ginger, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the jalapeño, spices, and salt, and cook for another minute.
- Brown the chicken thighs on both sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and lime juice, then lower the heat.
- Simmer for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or bread to soak up the sauce.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or less jalapeño.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg