Go Back
–+ servings

Brazilian Coconut Chicken

A flavorful Brazilian dish featuring chicken cooked in a creamy coconut sauce with spices.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
Coconut Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can coconut milk full fat
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced, any color
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add coconut milk, curry powder, paprika, and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet and add sliced bell pepper. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  2. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy with rice or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with white rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!