Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken Recipe: A Juicy Twist for Dinner
A flavorful and unique chicken recipe with a spicy twist, perfect for dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk, bring to a simmer.
- Add bell pepper, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
Notes
- This recipe can be served with rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Adjust the spice level by adding fewer or more curry paste based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Spicy, Brazilian, Coconut, Chicken, Recipe, Dinner