Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the exotic tastes of Brazil right to your table. This recipe features tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper, then simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with sautéed vegetables and spices. It’s perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh cilantro for a satisfying meal that delights every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté chopped onion and diced red bell pepper until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground cumin, ground coriander, and smoked paprika; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, coconut milk, chicken broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Add marinated chicken to the skillet; cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until cooked through.
- Remove bay leaf; serve over cooked rice garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg