Description
A delightful Brazilian dish combining tender chicken and creamy coconut milk for a rich and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) chicken breast, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 14-ounce (400 ml) can coconut milk
- 1 14-ounce (400 g) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Steamed rice, for serving
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Add the chicken cubes and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes until browned on all sides. Stir occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes and lime juice; stir to combine.
- Lower the heat and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with extra cilantro.
Notes
Use fresh chicken for best flavor. Adjust spice levels according to your heat preference. Consider adding vegetables to enhance the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Brazilian, Coconut Chicken, Easy Recipe, Dinner, Gluten-Free