Description
A vibrant dish featuring juicy chicken thighs simmered in creamy coconut milk, with a hint of lime and colorful veggies, reflecting the heart of Brazilian cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the chicken thighs, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and add the red bell pepper.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in lime juice before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg