Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1–2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chili paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to coat the aromatics.
- Add chicken thighs and cook until lightly browned on both sides.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer gently for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in lime juice for a burst of freshness.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Adjust chili paste for preferred spice level.
Use chicken breasts for a leaner option, though thighs remain juicier.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or flatbread for a complete meal.
Add vegetables like bell peppers or cherry tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg