Morning Sunrise Chicken Hash
A hearty American breakfast dish featuring crispy pan-seared chicken breast cubes paired with deeply caramelized sweet onions, creating a savory and satisfying morning meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy mornings when you need something delicious and filling.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Total Time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- American
Ingredients
- 1.5lbschicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 3mediumonions, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1tspsalt
- 0.5tspblack pepper
- 3tbspbutter
Step-by-Step
- 1
Pat the chicken breast cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides. This ensures proper browning and flavor development.
3m - 2
Heat 1.5 tablespoons of butter in a large cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is foaming and just beginning to turn golden.
2mmedium-high heat - 3
Add the seasoned chicken cubes to the hot skillet in a single layer without overcrowding. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
4mmedium-high heat - 4
Stir the chicken and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes until all pieces are cooked through and golden on all sides. Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate.
5mmedium-high heat - 5
Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1.5 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the diced onions and stir well to coat with the butter and chicken drippings.
1mmedium heat - 6
Cook the onions, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes until they become deeply caramelized and golden brown. The onions should be very soft and sweet with some darker caramelized edges.
9mmedium heat - 7
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the caramelized onions and toss gently to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes more until everything is heated through and well combined.
2mmedium heat - 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately while hot in bowls or on plates.
1m