Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Hearts of Palm Filling for Pastel (Recheio de pastel de frango com palmito)
A quick and delicious filling for crispy pastéis, featuring shredded chicken and tender hearts of palm in a rich, creamy sauce.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find shredded chicken in the poultry section of major Canadian grocers. Hearts of palm (cœur de palmier) and requeijão are available in the international or Latin aisle of most supermarkets or at specialized Portuguese and Brazilian grocery stores. Substitutes: Cream cheese or thick Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute for requeijão if unavailable, though requeijão remains the ideal choice for authenticity.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and the chopped hearts of palm.
- Season with salt to taste and mix well.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the requeijão cremoso and stir until the filling is uniform and creamy.
- Simmer over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using as a filling for your pastéis.
Observations
This chicken and hearts of palm filling is a flavorful and highly practical option for anyone looking to craft delicious homemade pastéis. The blend of tender shredded chicken with the delicate bite of hearts of palm, all brought together by the smooth richness of requeijão, creates a versatile filling that works beautifully for both fried and baked pastries.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers a familiar, comforting taste, and it serves as an excellent way to use up cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to serve tasty appetizers.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers a familiar, comforting taste, and it serves as an excellent way to use up cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to serve tasty appetizers.
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