Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a flavorful dish combining succulent chicken with a rich, creamy coconut sauce infused with delightful spices. It offers a perfect balance of heat and flavor, transporting you to Brazil with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped red bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the red curry paste, mixing well to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken with spices and lime juice for a couple of hours before cooking.
- Add diced jalapeños or another pepper for an extra spicy kick.
- Consider adding a tablespoon of brown sugar to the sauce for a hint of sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze portions in freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: N/A