Description
Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to Brazil. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent chicken thighs marinated in creamy coconut milk and aromatic spices, then baked to perfection. The combination of heat from chili paste and the rich coconut sauce creates an irresistible flavor experience that pairs beautifully with rice or crusty bread, perfect for soaking up every bit of the delicious sauce. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 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 (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lime juice for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, coconut milk, olive oil, onion, garlic, ginger, chili paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat chicken evenly.
- Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer marinated chicken and all marinade into a baking dish, spreading chicken in a single layer.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Allow resting for 5 minutes before serving with a squeeze of lime juice and garnish with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg