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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a flavorful dish combining spices with chicken and coconut milk for a delicious and creamy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Brazilian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 622 kcal

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste

Chicken and Vegetables

  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 piece 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 coconut milk unsweetened
  • 2 tablespoons parsley fresh, chopped or cilantro

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine the cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, coriander, garlic powder, salt and pepper together.
  • Add the chicken to the bowl and rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, so that it's properly coated. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken and cook on both sides, until browned and cooked through; should take 6 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
  • Add the rest of the oil to the skillet and heat. Add the onion, jalapeno pepper, ginger, garlic and cook until the onion has softened and is translucent; about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes, lemon juice and season with a bit of salt and pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  • Stir in the coconut milk and simmer until the sauce thickens, for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken back to the skillet and any accumulated juices. Reduce heat to low and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and jalapeño according to your heat preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 622kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 52gFat: 41gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 868mgPotassium: 1440mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1261IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Chicken Recipe, coconut milk, dinner idea, easy recipe, Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken, spicy dish
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