Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Flavorful Twist
This Brazilian Coconut Chicken recipe brings a delightful tropical flavor to your dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in coconut milk and add red bell pepper.
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot over rice.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in coconut milk for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with fresh cilantro for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Brazilian Coconut Chicken, Coconut Chicken Recipe, Tropical Chicken Dish