Description
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Brazil with this Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a medley of spices, cooked to perfection, and simmered in a rich, creamy coconut milk sauce. Serve this dish with rice or crusty bread for a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Spice Mixture:
- 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon coriander, ground
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper, or to taste
Chicken:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil, divided
Sauce:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium tomatoes, chopped small
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 14 ounces unsweetened coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh, chopped, or cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare Spice Mixture: In a large bowl, combine cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, coriander, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet. Cook the chicken on both sides until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
- Make Sauce: Add remaining oil to the skillet. Cook onion, jalapeno, ginger, and garlic until onion is translucent. Add tomatoes, lemon juice, and season. Cook until tomatoes soften.
- Add Coconut Milk: Stir in coconut milk and simmer until sauce thickens.
- Finish Dish: Return chicken to the skillet. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust cayenne pepper and jalapeno to suit your preference.
- Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- Coconut Milk: Opt for unsweetened coconut milk.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
