Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious recipe featuring succulent chicken cooked in a creamy coconut sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add chicken to the skillet, cooking until browned on both sides.
- Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg