Brazilian recipe
Traditional Pan-Fried Onion Chicken: A Quick and Easy Recipe (Frango acebolado)
A delicious homemade onion chicken, featuring succulent chicken thighs braised in an aromatic onion and tomato sauce. Perfect for a hearty lunch.
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Ingredients
1 kg boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup vinegar
3 bay leaves
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, sliced into rounds
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced into rounds
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
500 ml chicken stock
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley and spring onions (cheiro-verde)
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 cup vinegar
3 bay leaves
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, sliced into rounds
2 ripe tomatoes, sliced into rounds
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
500 ml chicken stock
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley and spring onions (cheiro-verde)
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh chicken, local produce like onions and tomatoes, and pantry staples such as vinegar and spices at local markets or supermarkets in Port Vila. For 'cheiro-verde' (a mix of flat-leaf parsley and spring onions), check the fresh herb section or the local green markets. If fresh herbs are unavailable, dried parsley can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, season the chicken thighs with crushed garlic, vinegar, bay leaves, and salt. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- Brown the marinated chicken thighs on all sides.
- Add the sliced onions and tomatoes to the pan, stirring gently to combine with the chicken.
- Sprinkle the oregano and red pepper flakes (if using) over the ingredients in the pan.
- Pour the chicken stock into the pan.
- Cover the pan and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes once it starts boiling, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Finish with the chopped parsley and spring onions and serve hot.
Observations
Frango acebolado is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, renowned for its bold flavors and straightforward method. This recipe calls for chicken thighs to ensure the meat remains tender and juicy as it braises in a rich sauce made of sliced onions and tomatoes, seasoned with herbs and spices. It is a versatile and comforting meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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