Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Heart of Palm Pastel Filling (Recheio cremoso de pastel de frango com palmito)
A quick and savory filling for golden pastry parcels, featuring shredded chicken and tender heart of palm for a perfect homemade snack.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped heart of palm
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
250g chopped heart of palm
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce and pantry staples at local markets or grocery stores. Requeijão cremoso is a specialized Brazilian cream cheese; if unavailable, a thick, full-fat cream cheese or a mix of heavy cream and ricotta can serve as a substitute, though the authentic texture and flavor profile rely on the original product.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped heart of palm to the pan.
- Season with salt to taste and stir well.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the requeijão cremoso and mix until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool completely before using to fill the pastéis.
Observations
This chicken and heart of palm filling is a delicious and highly practical choice for those looking to prepare homemade pastéis. The combination of succulent shredded chicken with the delicate notes of heart of palm, all brought together by the smooth texture of requeijão, creates a versatile filling that works beautifully in both fried and baked pastries.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that offers a comforting, familiar flavor, while also being an excellent way to make the most of pre-cooked, shredded chicken. The simplicity of the preparation makes it ideal for a busy weekday or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty, handheld appetizers.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that offers a comforting, familiar flavor, while also being an excellent way to make the most of pre-cooked, shredded chicken. The simplicity of the preparation makes it ideal for a busy weekday or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty, handheld appetizers.
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