Ingredients
– 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 2-3 tablespoons red curry paste (adjust for spice level)
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
Creating Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a straightforward process. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients before beginning. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the red bell pepper.
2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion, garlic, and grated ginger to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then add the chicken to the skillet. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the Curry Paste: Add the red curry paste to the chicken mixture. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the paste.
6. Pour in Coconut Milk: Add the coconut milk and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients.
7. Add Flavorings: Mix in the lime juice, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
8. Add Vegetables: Stir in the sliced red bell pepper and let everything simmer together for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
10. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g