Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut sauce with a delightful kick from fresh spices. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite. Serve it over rice or noodles to soak up the luscious sauce, and watch as your family and friends come back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced red chilies, followed by coconut milk and soy sauce; mix well.
- Add chicken pieces to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Finish by squeezing lime juice over the dish and topping with chopped cilantro.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg