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Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken

Vibrant Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken Dish
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This Spicy Brazilian Coconut Chicken is a flavorful and vibrant dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with a kick of spice. It’s a quick and easy meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (or more, to taste)
  • 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  2. Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in coconut milk, diced tomatoes, lime juice, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring to a simmer.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk. Serve with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream to cool down the spice, if desired.

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