Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Easy Tropical Comfort Food Delight
A delightful and easy recipe for Brazilian Coconut Chicken, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Season the chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat and let it cook for about 20 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the dish.
- This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 5 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Brazilian Coconut Chicken, coconut chicken, tropical comfort food