Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Easy & Delicious Comfort Food Recipe
A comforting and flavorful Brazilian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich coconut sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, sauté until soft.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in coconut milk, paprika, cumin, and salt. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Brazilian Coconut Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes