Description
Transport your taste buds to Brazil with this Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken. Juicy chicken breasts simmer in a rich and creamy coconut milk sauce, enhanced by aromatic garlic, ginger, and a dash of red chili flakes for the perfect kick. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive dish at your next gathering, this recipe guarantees smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour in coconut milk, red chili flakes, and lime juice; stir well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving over rice or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg