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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Flavorful Delight! - Yummy Yield

Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a vibrant dish that blends aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 622

Ingredients
  

Spices
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon coriander ground
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
Chicken
  • 4 breasts boneless and skinless chicken
Cooking Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 pepper jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped small
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 14 ounce unsweetened coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoon parsley or cilantro, fresh and chopped

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine cumin, cayenne pepper, turmeric, coriander, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the chicken to the bowl and rub the spice mixture all over the chicken to coat.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat.
  4. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook on both sides until browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
  5. Add the remaining oil to the skillet and heat.
  6. Add the onion, jalapeno pepper, ginger, and garlic; cook until the onion has softened and is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add the tomatoes and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 more minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  8. Stir in the coconut milk and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  9. Add the chicken back to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Reduce heat to low and cook for another 5 minutes.
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 622kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 52gFat: 41gSodium: 868mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7g

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian twist. Adjust the spice level according to your taste.

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