Chicken with onions is a traditional Guatemalan dish cooked slowly with plenty of onion. It’s a very simple and hearty recipe, perfect for any workday because it’s filling and quick to prepare.
Chicken with onions is an easy recipe to prepare. Perfect for a busy day since it requires common ingredients, just a few utensils, and little cooking experience.
Remember that browning the onions well is important to enhance the flavor, and using boneless chicken thighs (which are juicier).
This dish is traditionally served with white rice and beans, garnished with fresh cilantro or lime slices. But the best part is adding your own personal touch.
Chicken with Onions
Ingredients
1 Chopped chicken
3 Medium onions
120 grams of Flour
1 pinch of Salt
½ Bars of margarine
Preparation
Step 1 : To start, cook the chicken in a pot with water for about 20 minutes until well cooked.
Step 2 : Once ready, remove and let drain.
Step 3 : Meanwhile, in a skillet, brown the flour until it turns a golden color, which helps add a special flavor and thickens the dish.
Step 4 : Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
Step 5 : In another skillet, melt half a bar of margarine and fry the chicken for about 20 minutes, allowing it to brown on the outside and absorb the flavors.
Step 6 : Add the sliced onions and cook for another 10 minutes so they soften and release their aroma.
Step 7 : Then, season with salt to taste and add the browned flour, mixing carefully to thicken the dish and blend all ingredients well.
Step 8 : Finally, this dish can be served with rice or tortillas, according to your preference.
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Preparation (simple version)
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