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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

Savory Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken for a Cozy Night In

This Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken offers a tropical escape with chicken thighs in a rich coconut milk sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil for a unique taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk for creamy texture, alternatives may lack richness.
  • 1 cup Onion (chopped) yellow or white for best flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh is optimal.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) ground ginger can be a backup.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Paste adjust for spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika adds smokiness.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper adjust as needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is best.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (for garnish) substitute with parsley if preferred.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs, coconut milk, olive oil, chopped onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili paste, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While it heats, transfer the marinated chicken into a large baking dish, arranging the chicken in a single layer.
  3. Bake for about 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is lightly golden.
  4. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes. Drizzle fresh lime juice over it and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.
  5. Serve hot, ideally over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

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