Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk. This easy-to-make recipe will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise, making it perfect for casual dinners or special gatherings. With its rich flavors and enticing aromas, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp red curry paste
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mixed colors)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken thighs with ginger, garlic, lime juice, and red curry paste. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Cook the chicken: Add marinated chicken thighs to the skillet and brown on both sides (5-7 minutes).
- Simmer: Pour in coconut milk and stir. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before serving over rice or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg