Description
Spicy Brazilian coconut chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, creamy coconut sauce and aromatic spices. This easy-to-make recipe brings the vibrant tastes of Brazil to your table, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With a delightful balance of sweetness and heat, this dish will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of colors)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic and ginger. Chop bell peppers and slice red chilies.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), and curry powder; stir well.
- Mix in chopped bell peppers and red chilies; simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until everything is tender.
- Finish by squeezing fresh lime juice over the dish before serving hot over rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg