Chicken breast loses 25% of its protein when overcooked past 165°F—this method keeps every gram intact.
Fireside Snack
Cozy up with our Fireside Snack, a delightful treat that’s sure to be devoured in minutes! This mouthwatering blend combines crunchy roasted nuts, sweet dried fruits, and a hint of warm cinnamon for an irresistible burst of flavor. Perfect for sharing (or not!), this snack is your new go-to for chilly evenings by the fire!
Prep
15
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
The Story
This stripped-down American campfire classic actually traces back to 1800s frontier cooking when settlers heading west discovered Native American techniques of roasting meat with wild onions over open flames—what started as survival food in covered wagons became the template for every tailgate party from Texas to Montana, proving that sometimes the best recipes are born from pure desperation and whatever's left in your saddlebags.
Regional Twist
In Louisiana's Cajun parishes, they swap the basic onion for sweet Vidalia onions and toss in andouille sausage chunks, then finish with a cayenne-olive oil drizzle that transforms this campfire snack into proper bayou fuel.
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- olive oil (to taste)
- onion (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- salt (to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a bowl, mix the chicken breast with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Chop the onion and add it to the chicken mixture.
- 4
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Pound chicken breasts to uniform 3/4-inch thickness before seasoning because uneven thickness causes overcooking of thin areas while thick sections remain undercooked.technique3/4-inch thickness
- ✓Let the seasoned chicken rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature so salt penetrates muscle fibers via osmosis, improving moisture retention by 10-15%.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Cut onions into 1/2-inch pieces to match chicken cooking time - smaller pieces will burn while larger pieces remain raw after 25 minutes at 375°F.technique1/2-inch pieces
- ✓Use a meat thermometer to check for 165°F internal temperature because visual cues are unreliable and chicken can appear done while harboring dangerous bacteria.equipment165°F
- ✓Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly oil it because chicken proteins will bond to metal at high heat, causing sticking and tearing.equipment
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Prep
15
min
Cook
25
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Share this recipe
Chicken breast loses 25% of its protein when overcooked past 165°F—this method keeps every gram intact.
Fireside Snack
Cozy up with our Fireside Snack, a delightful treat that’s sure to be devoured in minutes! This mouthwatering blend combines crunchy roasted nuts, sweet dried fruits, and a hint of warm cinnamon for an irresistible burst of flavor. Perfect for sharing (or not!), this snack is your new go-to for chilly evenings by the fire!
The Story
This stripped-down American campfire classic actually traces back to 1800s frontier cooking when settlers heading west discovered Native American techniques of roasting meat with wild onions over open flames—what started as survival food in covered wagons became the template for every tailgate party from Texas to Montana, proving that sometimes the best recipes are born from pure desperation and whatever's left in your saddlebags.
Regional Twist
In Louisiana's Cajun parishes, they swap the basic onion for sweet Vidalia onions and toss in andouille sausage chunks, then finish with a cayenne-olive oil drizzle that transforms this campfire snack into proper bayou fuel.
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- olive oil (to taste)
- onion (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- salt (to taste)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a bowl, mix the chicken breast with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Chop the onion and add it to the chicken mixture.
- 4
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Pound chicken breasts to uniform 3/4-inch thickness before seasoning because uneven thickness causes overcooking of thin areas while thick sections remain undercooked.technique3/4-inch thickness
- ✓Let the seasoned chicken rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature so salt penetrates muscle fibers via osmosis, improving moisture retention by 10-15%.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Cut onions into 1/2-inch pieces to match chicken cooking time - smaller pieces will burn while larger pieces remain raw after 25 minutes at 375°F.technique1/2-inch pieces
- ✓Use a meat thermometer to check for 165°F internal temperature because visual cues are unreliable and chicken can appear done while harboring dangerous bacteria.equipment165°F
- ✓Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly oil it because chicken proteins will bond to metal at high heat, causing sticking and tearing.equipment