Brazilian recipe
Creamy chicken croquettes with Minas cheese (Bolinhas de frango cremosas com queijo minas)
A homemade recipe for potato croquettes filled with shredded chicken and molten Minas cheese, bathed in a creamy sauce and baked to golden perfection.
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Ingredients
1 kg chicken breast
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for poaching the chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling the potatoes)
1 tablespoon butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornflour as needed for consistency
1 tin tomato sauce
1 tin heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g fresh Minas cheese
Chopped black olives (optional)
Dried oregano to taste
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for poaching the chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling the potatoes)
1 tablespoon butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornflour as needed for consistency
1 tin tomato sauce
1 tin heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g fresh Minas cheese
Chopped black olives (optional)
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
Chicken, potatoes, eggs, and fresh produce are best sourced from local municipal markets or fresh produce stalls. Tinned tomato sauce, heavy cream, and cornflour can be found in the pantry aisles of major supermarket chains. Fresh Minas cheese is a specialty item; if unavailable, a firm, mild white cheese like Queso Fresco or a very firm paneer can serve as a substitute, though original Minas cheese is preferred for authenticity.
Preparation method
- Boil the chicken breast in water with a pinch of salt until tender, then drain, shred, and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the shredded chicken with the tomato sauce and simmer for a few minutes before setting aside.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are thoroughly tender.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them while still hot using a potato ricer or fork.
- Incorporate the butter, egg, grated nutmeg, and salt to taste into the mashed potatoes.
- Gradually add cornflour, mixing until the dough is firm and pliable enough to shape.
- Shape the potato dough into small, uniform balls.
- Cut the fresh Minas cheese into small cubes.
- Stuff each potato ball with a cube of Minas cheese and, if using, the chopped black olives.
- Seal the balls tightly to ensure the filling remains secure during cooking.
- Arrange the stuffed croquettes in a baking dish, forming a circular pattern.
- Place the chicken and tomato sauce mixture in the center of the baking dish, among the croquettes.
- Pour the heavy cream evenly over the croquettes and the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Garnish with dried oregano to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Observations
These creamy chicken croquettes are a staple in Brazilian home cooking, making them an ideal choice for a flavorsome and convenient snack, perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a special afternoon treat. These croquettes are crafted from a soft potato dough, stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and Minas cheese, then nestled in a rich, creamy tomato sauce and finished under the grill. The result is a comforting dish packed with flavor, offering the perfect harmony between the tender potato, succulent filling, and melted cheese.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delicious croquettes that combine the lightness of potato with the decadence of a creamy filling and sauce.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delicious croquettes that combine the lightness of potato with the decadence of a creamy filling and sauce.
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