Ever wondered how to keep your kitchen cool during hot summer days but still whip up a tasty meal?
Cooking chicken breast in parchment paper on the stovetop might just be your new go-to method.
It’s a genius way to cook up a simple, health-conscious meal that keeps your chicken tender and juicy.
Perfect for those who want an effective cooking method without the fuss or having too many dishes to do after.
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The star ingredients are simple but mightily effective.
You’ll need 1/2 a chicken breast, 2 onions, and a dash of spices.
We’re not talking anything fancy here- salt, dry ground garlic, sweet ground paprika, and a pinch of black pepper.
These create a dish that’s tasty and healthy.
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First, prep your chicken.
Slice the breast half lengthwise to ensure it cooks evenly and season it generously with salt on both sides.
This step is crucial as it starts the flavor infusion process.
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Now, whip up a seasoning oil that’ll define the flavor of your chicken.
Mix two tablespoons of vegetable oil with ground paprika, garlic, and black pepper.
This acts as a marinade, drenching the chicken in flavors that’ll make your taste buds dance.
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Time to assemble.
Lay thinly sliced onions on a piece of parchment paper to form a bed for the chicken.
This base prevents sticking and enhances the chicken with a sweet, mellow onion flavor.
Next, place your seasoned chicken breast on the onions and top it with more onion slices.
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Now for the magic part: wrap it up!
Fold the parchment paper over the chicken, sealing the edges tightly to create a snug packet.
This allows the chicken to steam beautifully in its own juices and those of the onions, keeping it moist and tender.
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To cook, simply place your chicken packet in a preheated pan over medium heat.
Cover the pan with a lid to trap the steam and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
Then, flip the packet over, reduce the heat to low, and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
This method ensures even cooking.
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Ready to serve?
Present the chicken right in its parchment packet to wow your dinner guests.
Opening the packet at the table releases a burst of aromatic steam, showcasing the succulence of the meal.
And thanks to the onions, the meal’s ready to rack some points for presentation too.
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This stovetop parchment cooking technique is especially great for hot days when turning on the oven seems unbearable.
Plus, this method helps retain more nutrients than many other cooking techniques.
It can also be applied to other tasty endeavors, as one comment points out: “Great idea for cooking in the summer when you don’t want to heat up the house by turning on the oven … I wonder how this would work on s’mores.”
This recipe is a game-changer.
Learn to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor with parchment paper below!
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