Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken Pie
This creamy chicken pie is a Brazilian classic, combining a practical crust with a juicy and flavorful filling.
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Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg
100 g margarine
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
250 g cooked and shredded chicken breast
1 chopped onion
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives)
5 eggs
1 small carton (approx. 200g) heavy cream
100 g prato cheese, cut into cubes
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 pinch baking powder
1 egg
100 g margarine
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
250 g cooked and shredded chicken breast
1 chopped onion
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley and chives)
5 eggs
1 small carton (approx. 200g) heavy cream
100 g prato cheese, cut into cubes
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 pinch baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found at most major grocery stores. Fresh herbs and cheese are often available in the produce and dairy sections, respectively. Poultry and pantry staples are typically located in their dedicated aisles.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the flour, egg, margarine, teaspoon of baking powder, and salt
- Work the dough with your hands until it is smooth and homogeneous
- Grease a pie dish and spread the dough, lining the bottom and sides
- Prepare the filling by sautéing the onion, tomato sauce, and fresh herbs
- Add the shredded chicken to the sautéed mixture and mix well
- Distribute the chicken filling over the raw dough
- Spread the cheese cubes over the chicken
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and then incorporate the yolks
- Add the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and the pinch of baking powder to the egg mixture
- Pour this cream mixture over the filling
- Bake in a medium oven for approximately 40 minutes, or until golden brown
Observations
A perfect option for quick meals, this pie pleases everyone with its tender texture and well-seasoned filling.
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