Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Brazil with this Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken Recipe. This delightful dish features tender chicken thighs marinated in a bold spice blend and simmered in a creamy coconut sauce, delivering a perfect balance of heat and savory goodness. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, it’s quick to prepare—ready in under 40 minutes! Serve it over fluffy rice, with fresh cilantro, or even as tacos for a fun twist. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or an exciting meal to impress guests, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ounces)
- 1 can coconut milk (14 ounces)
- Ground spices: paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large pan over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and diced red bell pepper in vegetable oil until soft.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika; cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, coconut milk, chicken broth, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper; bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate marinated chicken into the sauce and simmer for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving hot over rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg