PORTUGUESE-AFRICAN CHICKEN IN COCONUT SAUCE
Posted for ZWT 5 - Portugese Chicken recipe with influences from Africa. NOTE - most reviewers are noting that they use a full can of coconut milk as opposed to 1 cup.
Provided by Deantini
Categories Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season chicken with ¼ tsp each of the salt and pepper; set aside.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In large skillet, heat half of the oil over medium-high heat; sauté onion, garlic and hot pepper until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, paprika, 2 tbsp water, ginger and remaining salt and pepper; cook for 1 minute, stirring.
- Stir in coconut milk and peanut butter; let cool slightly.
- Transfer to food processor; purée until smooth. Set aside.
- Wipe out skillet; add remaining oil and heat over medium-high heat. Brown chicken, in batches, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to roasting pan; cover with 1 cup of the sauce. Roast in 425°F oven for 30 minutes, basting twice.
- Mix remaining sauce with coriander and pour over chicken; cook until juices run clear when chicken is pierced, about 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 979.5, Fat 67.1, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 226.8, Sodium 623.5, Carbohydrate 33.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 28.3, Protein 59.9
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Sachinthakur Sachinthakur
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.
Khushi Kc
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to add some flavor to your weeknight meals.
Mustaffa Mirza
[email protected]I love the way the coconut sauce pairs with the spices in this dish. It's a perfect balance of flavors.
Bah Salieu
[email protected]This dish is a great way to introduce your friends and family to the unique flavors of African cuisine.
Gobind airi
[email protected]I've tried many different recipes for Portuguese African chicken, but this one is by far the best. The coconut sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.
Stacey Jooste
[email protected]This was the perfect dish for a summer dinner party. The coconut sauce was light and refreshing, and the chicken was cooked to perfection.
Ramesh Gupta
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and I received many compliments on the unique flavor.
ilda graceni
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and the results were amazing! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
John Kolorah
[email protected]I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The coconut sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked to perfection.
Mieta John
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Lwazi Mdungela
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the coconut sauce.
Lindy Madlala
[email protected]This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and the coconut sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.