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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken features tender chicken thighs, vibrant bell peppers, and a rich coconut sauce infused with spices. Perfect over rice for a flavorful dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground chili powder
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté onion 5 minutes until soft.
  2. Add garlic and ginger; cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, cumin, and chili powder; cook 1 minute.
  4. Add coconut milk and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar.
  6. Add bell peppers and chicken pieces; season with salt and pepper.
  7. Simmer 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked and tender.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve over rice.

Notes

  • Adjust chili powder to your preferred spiciness.
  • Optional: add kaffir lime leaves while simmering for extra aroma.
  • Pairs well with green salad or steamed vegetables.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Brazilian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg