Campo Grande Recipes

 Campo Grande Chicken is a flavorful Brazilian dish that features boneless, skinless chicken breasts stuffed with a delicious mixture of vegetables and spices. The dish is named after Campo Grande, a city in Brazil known for its vibrant culinary scene.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

• 1 onion, finely diced

• 1 bell pepper, finely diced

• 2 tomatoes, finely diced

• 1 cup frozen corn kernels

• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1 tablespoon paprika

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is ready when needed.

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant and releases its aroma.

• Add the finely diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté them for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become tender and translucent.

• Incorporate the finely diced tomatoes, frozen corn kernels, and black beans into the skillet. Stir them well to combine. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. These spices will add a rich and flavorful taste to the dish. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to soften.

• Now it's time to prepare the chicken breasts. Take each boneless, skinless chicken breast and create a pocket in the center by making a horizontal slit along one side. Be careful not to cut all the way through. This pocket will serve as a space to hold the flavorful filling.

• Generously stuff each chicken breast pocket with the vegetable mixture prepared in the skillet. Fill them until they are plump and well-packed.

• Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast. The melted cheese will add a creamy and gooey texture to the dish.

• Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake the chicken breasts for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and the cheese is melted and golden brown. This will ensure that the chicken is tender and fully cooked, while the cheese is perfectly melted and lightly browned.

• Once the chicken is done baking, remove the dish from the oven. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to settle and the juices to redistribute.

• Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the chicken breasts as a garnish. The vibrant and herbaceous flavor of cilantro will enhance the overall presentation and taste of the dish.

• Serve the Campo Grande chicken with your choice of side dishes, such as steamed rice or a crisp garden salad. The combination of the flavorful chicken and the accompanying sides will create a satisfying and well-rounded meal.

Enjoy your delicious Campo Grande chicken, packed with vibrant vegetables and savory flavors!