Brazilian Coconut Chicken: A Juicy Delight for Home Cooks
A delicious and juicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken recipe that’s easy for home cooks to prepare, blending rich flavors and aromas.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine coconut milk, garlic, ginger, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the coconut mixture over them.
- Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the chicken for 40-45 minutes, until cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
Notes
- For added heat, include red pepper flakes.
- Serve with rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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