Steamed onion chicken is a traditional dish from Chiquimililla. With a unique blend of flavors and aromas, the chicken is cooked with onion, oregano, vinegar, and broth, resulting in a delicious and juicy preparation.
In Chiquimulilla, a unique specialty is prepared, steam-cooked chicken with onions.
In this recipe, the chicken absorbs the flavors of a simple yet effective mixture of vinegar, oregano, and broth, while slowly cooked with the onion.
The result is a succulent and fragrant dish that captures the essence of local cuisine.
Steamed onion chicken
Ingredients
1 teaspoon of Oregano
1 teaspoon of Vinegar
3 pounds of Chicken in pieces
2 tablespoons of Butter
1 cup of Chicken broth
1 tablespoon of Cornstarch
1 cup of Sliced onion
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, it is first necessary to wash and cut the chicken into pieces.
Step 2 : Next, mix the salt, oregano, and vinegar, and marinate the chicken in this mixture, letting it sit for at least an hour.
Step 3 : Once the chicken has marinated enough, it is important to drain it and reserve the marinade mixture.
Step 4 : In a skillet, the chicken pieces should be seared with butter over low heat for about 15 minutes.
Step 5 : Then, add a cup of chicken broth, cover, and let it cook for another 15 minutes over low heat.
Step 6 : While the chicken is cooking, in another fat-free skillet, brown the cornstarch and then add the remaining ½ cup of chicken broth.
Step 7 : Dissolve the cornstarch and add the onion, letting the mixture reduce for about 5 minutes.
Step 8 : Once the sauce is ready, add it to the chicken, letting everything reduce together for another 5 minutes.
Step 9 : Finally, the dish is ready to be served.
