Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant dish that brings the warmth of Brazil to your dinner table. Tender chicken is enveloped in a creamy coconut milk sauce, accented with fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of spice. This tropical delight bursts with flavor and is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Easy to prepare, it’s sure to impress both your taste buds and your guests.
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 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
- Heat a splash of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and add red chili flakes. Stir well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers; simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- Finish with fresh lime juice and cilantro before serving over rice or on its own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg