Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 lime, juiced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Brazilian Coconut Chicken is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, ground cumin, and paprika. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic and Ginger: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Cook Chicken: Place the marinated chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
5. Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk and lime juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the chicken simmer in the coconut milk for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
7. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
8. Serve: Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, spooning the coconut sauce over the top.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g