Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant dish that brings the flavors of Brazil right to your table. Tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk and infused with aromatic spices creates a deliciously satisfying experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish promises to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With its tropical essence and easy preparation, it’s destined to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop garlic and ginger finely; cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce, and red chili flakes. Simmer gently for about 15 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg