Brazilian recipe
Chicken en Papillote
Chicken en Papillote is a classic cooking method that seals in juices and intensifies the natural flavors of the aromatics, making it a healthy and fuss-free choice for any occasion.
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Ingredients
4 chicken breast fillets
2 medium-sized onions, diced
16 sweet grape tomatoes, washed
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
1/2 cup white wine
2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 medium-sized onions, diced
16 sweet grape tomatoes, washed
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
1/2 cup white wine
2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh chicken, onions, and tomatoes at local supermarkets like Naivas or Quickmart, or at your neighborhood fresh produce market. Sweet grape tomatoes and fresh thyme are usually found in the produce aisle of large urban grocery stores. Standard kitchen foil is available in the household section of any supermarket.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 200°C.
- Cut four pieces of kitchen foil, each measuring approximately 50 cm.
- Season the chicken fillets in a mixing bowl with the paprika.
- Add the cumin to the chicken.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Rub the spices well into the meat to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Lay each piece of foil over a deep plate, ensuring the shiny side is facing upward.
- Place one chicken fillet in the center of each foil sheet.
- Arrange four tomatoes and a portion of the diced onions around each fillet.
- Pour two tablespoons of white wine and one tablespoon of olive oil into each parcel.
- Drizzle the vegetables with a little extra olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Gather the edges of the foil together and fold them tightly to create an airtight seal.
- Ensure the package is slightly puffed up to allow for steam circulation inside.
- Place the packets on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes to cook the chicken gently without drying it out.
- Remove from the oven and carefully open the papillotes, taking care to avoid steam burns.
- Serve immediately, including the vegetables and the flavorful juices collected during the cooking process.
Observations
This technique involves steaming chicken breast inside individual foil packets, allowing the meat to cook in its own juices. The result is a tender, aromatic meal with perfectly steamed vegetables captured in a flavorful broth.
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