Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with creamy coconut milk and a mix of aromatic spices to create a flavorful meal with a hint of heat. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Marinade:
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1–2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust based on heat preference)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, coconut milk, olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, chili paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Oven: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the Chicken: Transfer the marinated chicken to a baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking. Squeeze lime juice over the chicken, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Spicy, Brazilian, Coconut Chicken, Easy, Flavorful
