Description
A flavorful Brazilian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with vibrant spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 can (about 14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Toss in minced garlic and diced bell pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin, and sear on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk and diced tomatoes, stir until well combined, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let bubble for about 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice, quinoa, noodles, or in tacos for a versatile meal. Add lime juice or chili peppers for a zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg