Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Chicken and Heart of Palm Filling (Pastel de Frango com Palmito)
A quick and mouthwatering filling for traditional Brazilian pastéis, featuring shredded chicken and tender hearts of palm in a rich, creamy base.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g hearts of palm, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
250g hearts of palm, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Shredded chicken and onions are pantry staples found at any Belizean grocery store or local market. For hearts of palm, look in the canned vegetable or international aisle of major supermarkets. Requeijão cremoso is the traditional Brazilian ingredient; if unavailable, look for it in the specialty imported cheese section of larger stores or Latin American markets. If you can't find it, a standard block of cream cheese softened with a splash of milk makes an acceptable substitute.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the chopped onion until it turns translucent
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant
- Stir in the shredded chicken and the chopped hearts of palm
- Season with salt to your liking and mix well
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors
- Fold in the requeijão cremoso and stir until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy
- Lower the heat and let it cook for 5 more minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly
- Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool completely before using it to fill your pastéis
Observations
This chicken and heart of palm filling is a savory, go-to recipe for whipping up authentic Brazilian pastéis at home. By combining perfectly shredded chicken with the delicate, slightly sweet taste of hearts of palm, all brought together by the smooth texture of requeijão, you get a versatile filling that works beautifully for both deep-fried and baked pastry pockets.
It is a true family favorite that delivers that classic, comforting flavor everyone loves. Plus, it’s a brilliant way to use up leftover cooked chicken. Whether you're in a hurry to get dinner on the table or planning to serve up some impressive homemade snacks for a get-together, this simple filling is the perfect choice.
This recipe uses requeijão cremoso, a staple Brazilian spreadable cheese known for its unique silkiness. If you cannot find this at your local market, a high-quality cream cheese can work as a substitute to maintain that signature creaminess.
It is a true family favorite that delivers that classic, comforting flavor everyone loves. Plus, it’s a brilliant way to use up leftover cooked chicken. Whether you're in a hurry to get dinner on the table or planning to serve up some impressive homemade snacks for a get-together, this simple filling is the perfect choice.
This recipe uses requeijão cremoso, a staple Brazilian spreadable cheese known for its unique silkiness. If you cannot find this at your local market, a high-quality cream cheese can work as a substitute to maintain that signature creaminess.
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