Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Home Cooking
A delicious recipe for Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken that combines bold flavors and juicy chicken for a delightful home-cooked meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix coconut milk, curry powder, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to an oven-safe dish, pour the remaining marinade over it, and add the chopped red bell pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the marinade.
- Letting the chicken marinate overnight enhances the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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