brazilian coconut chicken: a juicy twist on comfort food
A savory and tropical dish that combines juicy chicken with rich coconut flavors, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together coconut milk, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the mixture and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add marinated chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes on each side.
- Pour remaining marinade over chicken and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Brazilian Coconut Chicken