Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Heart of Palm Pastel Filling
Quick and delicious filling for pastéis, featuring shredded chicken and creamy heart of palm, perfect for snacks and practical meals.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped heart of palm
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g cream cheese
Salt to taste
250g chopped heart of palm
1 chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g cream cheese
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Shredded chicken can be found pre-cooked in the deli section of most supermarkets or made by boiling chicken breast until cooked through and then shredding. Chopped heart of palm is usually available canned or jarred in the canned vegetable aisle or in the international foods section of larger supermarkets. Cream cheese is a common dairy product found in the dairy section of any grocery store. Olive oil, onions, garlic, and salt are pantry staples available in all supermarkets.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat
- Sauté the chopped onion until translucent
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute, until fragrant
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped heart of palm to the pan
- Season with salt to taste and mix well
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally
- Add the cream cheese and mix until you get a homogeneous and creamy filling
- Cook over low heat for 5 more minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using to fill the pastéis
Observations
This chicken and heart of palm filling is a tasty and very practical option for those who want to make delicious homemade pastéis. The combination of shredded chicken with the subtle touch of heart of palm, all brought together by the creaminess of cream cheese, results in a versatile filling, ideal for fried or baked savory pastries.
It's a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, in addition to being an excellent way to use cooked and shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day or for special occasions where you want to serve tasty appetizers.
It's a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, in addition to being an excellent way to use cooked and shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day or for special occasions where you want to serve tasty appetizers.
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