Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken Dumplings with Queijo Minas (Bolinhas de frango cremosas com queijo minas)
A homemade recipe for soft potato dumplings stuffed with shredded chicken and melty Queijo Minas, baked in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for sharing!
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Ingredients
1 kg chicken breast
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for boiling chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling potatoes)
1 tbsp butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch (cornflour) as needed to reach consistency
1 tin tomato sauce
1 tin heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g Queijo Minas fresco
Chopped black olives (optional)
Oregano to taste
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for boiling chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling potatoes)
1 tbsp butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch (cornflour) as needed to reach consistency
1 tin tomato sauce
1 tin heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g Queijo Minas fresco
Chopped black olives (optional)
Oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find most fresh produce and basic ingredients at local markets or supermarkets like Naivas or Carrefour. Queijo Minas fresco is a specific Brazilian cheese; if unavailable, a fresh, mild white cheese with a firm, semi-soft texture serves as a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the chicken breast in salted water until tender. Drain, shred, and set aside.
- In a pan, combine the shredded chicken with the tomato sauce and cook for a few minutes. Set aside.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until very soft.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them while still hot using a potato ricer or fork.
- Add the butter, egg, grated nutmeg, and salt to taste to the mashed potatoes.
- Gradually add the cornstarch, mixing until you reach a firm and pliable dough.
- Shape the potato dough into small, uniform balls.
- Cut the Queijo Minas into small cubes.
- Stuff each potato ball with a cube of Queijo Minas and, if desired, some chopped black olives.
- Seal the balls tightly to ensure the filling stays inside during the baking process.
- Arrange the stuffed potato balls in a baking dish, forming a circle.
- Spoon the chicken and tomato sauce mixture into the center of the baking dish, between the balls.
- Pour the heavy cream evenly over the balls and chicken.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the top.
- Season with oregano to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until bubbling and golden brown.
Observations
These chicken dumplings are a classic of Brazilian home cooking, ideal for anyone looking for a savory, practical bite that fits perfectly into family gatherings, parties, or a special snack time. The dumplings feature a smooth potato dough, filled with tender shredded chicken and fresh Queijo Minas, then nestled in a rich, creamy tomato sauce and finished under the broiler until golden. The result is a comforting, flavor-packed dish that marries the delicate texture of potato with a succulent filling and bubbly melted cheese.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delicious morsels that combine the lightness of the dough with the indulgent creaminess of the filling and sauce.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delicious morsels that combine the lightness of the dough with the indulgent creaminess of the filling and sauce.
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