Brazilian Coconut Chicken
A mouthwatering dish featuring chicken thighs simmered in creamy coconut milk, garlic, and onion, highlighting the vibrant flavors of Brazil while being gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Place the chicken in the skillet and brown on both sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free and avoid cross-contamination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/brazilian-coconut-chicken/