Brazilian recipe
Chicken en Papillote (Frango em papillote)
Chicken en Papillote is a classic culinary technique that keeps the meat succulent and intensifies the flavors of aromatics and vegetables, making for a light and convenient meal.
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Ingredients
4 chicken breast fillets
2 onions, medium diced
16 sweet grape tomatoes, washed
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
2 onions, medium diced
16 sweet grape tomatoes, washed
4 sprigs of fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local markets or major supermarkets in Port Vila. Look for fresh chicken and seasonal vegetables in the fresh produce section; high-quality olive oil and dry white wine are readily available in the international food aisles.
Preparation method
- Preheat the oven to 200 ºC.
- Cut four pieces of aluminum foil, approximately 50 cm long each.
- Place the chicken fillets in a bowl and season with the paprika.
- Add the cumin.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Rub the spices thoroughly over the meat to ensure it is well coated.
- Lay each sheet of foil over a deep plate with the shiny side facing up.
- Place one chicken fillet in the center of each sheet.
- Distribute the tomatoes and chopped onion around each fillet.
- Add two tablespoons of wine and one tablespoon of olive oil to each parcel.
- Finish the vegetables with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the edges of the foil together and fold them tightly to create an airtight seal.
- Ensure the parcel is slightly puffed up to allow for steam circulation inside.
- Place the parcels on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes so the chicken cooks without losing moisture.
- Remove from the oven and carefully open the parcels, taking care to avoid steam burns.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by the cooked vegetables and the flavorful juices created during the process.
Observations
This method involves cooking chicken sealed within a parcel of foil, allowing it to steam in its own juices. The result is an incredibly fragrant dish with tender meat and perfectly cooked vegetables.
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