Braised Chicken in Brazilian Gratin
A Chinese-inspired dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy Brazilian gratin sauce. This recipe is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
- ●1 cup brazilian gratin
- ●1 cup sliced luscious mushrooms
- ●2 tablespoons melted butter
- ●1 teaspoon chinese five-spice powder
- ●1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Season the chicken with Chinese five-spice powder, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of melted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-6 minutes.
- 5
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and set aside.
- 6
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of melted butter to the skillet.
- 7
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- 8
Add the Brazilian gratin to the skillet and stir to combine with the mushrooms.
- 9
Pour the soy sauce into the skillet and stir to combine.
- 10
Transfer the mushroom and gratin mixture to the baking dish with the chicken.
- 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.
- 12
Serve hot and enjoy!