Chicken breasts with onions
4 servings
90 minutes
Chicken breasts with onions is a simple yet incredibly aromatic recipe from Mexican cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of chicken and the rich flavor of caramelized onions. The tradition of slow-cooking meat in its own juices has roots in Mexican villages where cooking was done over low heat, allowing the ingredients to fully develop their flavors. Butter adds creaminess to the dish while spices provide depth of flavor. Bay leaves and black pepper add spicy notes that enhance the natural sweetness of the onions. Thanks to the leisurely cooking process, the breasts retain their juiciness and become remarkably tender, literally melting in your mouth. This is an ideal dish for a cozy dinner, especially when paired with rice or fresh tortillas that will soak up the aromatic onion sauce.
1
Slice the onion into half rings.
- Onion: 2 heads
2
Place a small piece of butter in a thick-walled (preferably non-stick) pot.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
3
Place 2/3 of the onion on top.
- Onion: 2 heads
4
Add bay leaf and peppercorns.
- Bay leaf: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Place chicken breasts on top of the onion.
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
6
Add a little salt.
- Salt: to taste
7
Place the remaining onion on top.
- Onion: 2 heads
8
Cover the pot with a lid and place it on very low heat.
9
And forget about the pot for an hour and a half. No need to open, stir, or add water! The chicken will cook perfectly in its own juice and onion sauce.
10
After 90 minutes, take it out, serve it, and enjoy life.