Print Recipe Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Easy and Flavorful Delight
A delicious blend of coconut and chicken for a flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour the coconut milk over the chicken and let it simmer until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams