Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A hearty Brazilian chicken curry infused with a blend of spices, fresh herbs, and a rich sauce that delivers a satisfying depth of flavor. This brazilian-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 55 minutes pairs skin on bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.4 (8 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Season 1.75 lbs bone-in chicken thighs with 1 1/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add chicken skin side down and sear for 6 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook another 4 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Lower heat to medium and add 1 diced yellow onion, cooking for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp curry powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp ground cumin, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup coconut milk, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce. Add 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, then serve with lime wedges to squeeze over the top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Spiced Brazilian Curry Chicken with Fresh Herbs gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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