Ingredients
– 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs (or breasts)
– 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1-2 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust for spice level)
– 1 teaspoon turmeric
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute.
4. Add Chicken: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Mix Spices: Stir in the red curry paste, turmeric, paprika, and cumin. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk and lime juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Cook Chicken: Cover the skillet and let the chicken cook in the coconut sauce for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender. Check occasionally to ensure it doesn’t stick to the bottom.
8. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
9. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
10. Rest: Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible meal effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 28g