Brazilian Coconut Chicken: Juicy Comfort with a Tropical Twist
This Brazilian Coconut Chicken recipe combines juicy chicken with the rich, creamy flavors of coconut for a comforting dish that transports you to the tropics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine coconut milk, olive oil, garlic, ginger, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove from the heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve this dish with rice or a tropical salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg