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Duck Breast with Cipollini Onions

Duck Breast with Cipollini Onions for a Cozy Dinner Delight

This Duck Breast with Cipollini Onions recipe features roasted onions that complement the rich flavors of the duck, creating an extraordinary dining experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Duck Breast
  • 2 pieces Duck breast A rich, flavorful cut that pairs wonderfully with sweet onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning the duck and enhancing its natural flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper Adds a savory kick to balance the richness of the duck.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil A light drizzle helps achieve that perfectly seared skin.
For the Roasted Cipollini Onions
  • 1 pound Cipollini onions Sweet and easily caramelized, they’re the star of this dish!
  • 2 tablespoons Duck fat Provides luxurious flavor and exceptional caramelization.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme This herb complements the duck breast and brings a fresh aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse kosher or sea salt Enhances the sweetness and balances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ground pepper Adds a layer of complexity to the dish.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Small pot
  • Bowl
  • Towel

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) for roasting the cipollini onions.
  2. Blanch the cipollini onions in boiling water for about 30 seconds, then transfer to ice-cold water.
  3. Peel the blanched onions, trimming the root end for easier peeling.
  4. Layer the peeled cipollini onions in a baking dish, drizzle with duck fat, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Toss in fresh thyme sprigs to coat the onions.
  6. Roast the onions for 30-35 minutes, turning midway for even caramelization.
  7. Season duck breast with salt and pepper, sear skin-side down in a hot skillet for 6-8 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  8. Slice the duck breast and serve it alongside the roasted cipollini onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-5 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.

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