Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Flavorful Dinner
A delightful recipe featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich coconut sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add the chicken thighs, cooking until browned on both sides.
- Stir in the coconut milk, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook covered for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the lime juice and cilantro just before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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