Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken, a dish that expertly blends succulent chicken with creamy coconut milk and an array of spices. Each bite takes you on a culinary journey to Brazil, making it perfect for family dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. With its stunning presentation and unforgettable taste, this recipe promises to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping the garlic and ginger.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, add minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in coconut milk, red chili flakes, and lime juice; stir well to combine.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Before serving, sprinkle with chopped cilantro for added freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices while prepping other ingredients. Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different twist. Pair this dish with fluffy rice or warm naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce.