Description
Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines the richness of full-fat coconut milk with the brightness of fresh lime, garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. This one-pan meal features succulent chicken thighs bathed in a creamy, golden sauce, offering a complex flavor profile that is both indulgent and nutritious.
Ingredients
2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
1 can (14 oz) Full-Fat Unsweetened Coconut Milk
1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced thinly
1 Yellow Bell Pepper, sliced thinly
1 large Yellow Onion, finely minced
4 cloves Fresh Garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon Freshly Grated Ginger
1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Pinch of Cumi
1 tablespoon Raw Honey
Juice of 2 Fresh Limes
1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro
Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to seaso
Instructions
- Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and season them with sea salt, black pepper, and half of the turmeric
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and sauté onions and bell peppers until softened. Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant
- Stir in remaining turmeric, smoked paprika, and cumin, sautéing for one minute
- Pour in coconut milk and honey, and bring to a gentle simmer
- Return chicken to the skillet and let it simmer uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes until the sauce thickens
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro, adjusting seasoning if necessary
Notes
For a plant-based version, substitute chicken with chickpeas or firm tofu.
Avoid adding lime juice until the end of cooking to prevent curdling of the coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg