Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Chicken Shepherd’s Pie (Escondidinho de Frango)
Learn how to make a comforting, creamy, and flavorful Brazilian chicken pie. This traditional dish is a perfect, crowd-pleasing option for your next family lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
500 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 kg potatoes
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
6 tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped
3/4 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 packet onion soup mix
800 ml milk
3 cups cooked white rice
Shredded mozzarella cheese, to taste
1 kg potatoes
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
6 tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped
3/4 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 packet onion soup mix
800 ml milk
3 cups cooked white rice
Shredded mozzarella cheese, to taste
Where to find ingredients
The ingredients for this recipe are common staples found in most supermarkets. For the chicken breast, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, bell peppers, milk, butter, and mozzarella, look in the fresh produce, dairy, and meat sections. The onion soup mix is typically found in the dry goods aisle near soup stocks or seasonings. If you cannot find fresh cilantro or specific types of green olives at your local grocery store, check the international or Latin American specialty section. If a specific item is unavailable, standard supermarket substitutes for common aromatics or cheeses will work, but the original ingredients are recommended for the most authentic flavor.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes until tender, mash them thoroughly with the butter, and set aside
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent
- Add the chicken cubes to the pan and sear them until golden brown
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, and fresh cilantro, allowing the mixture to cook for a few minutes
- In a separate bowl, whisk the onion soup mix into the milk until well combined
- Pour the milk and onion mixture over the sautéed chicken
- Simmer the mixture, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency
- Grease a baking dish with a little butter to prepare for assembly
- Spread the creamy chicken mixture evenly as the bottom layer of the dish
- Cover the chicken layer with an even layer of the cooked rice
- Top with the prepared mashed potatoes, spreading them to the edges
- Finish with a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden
Observations
Escondidinho is a true classic of Brazilian comfort food, cherished for its warming combination of flavors and textures. This dish is ideal for anyone looking for a hearty, nourishing meal that is sure to please the whole family. Made with a base of succulent shredded chicken, a layer of fluffy rice, and topped with a creamy potato mash and melted cheese, it is a versatile choice for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a special weekend occasion.
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