Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken Dumplings with Minas Cheese (Bolinhas de frango cremosas com queijo minas)
A homemade recipe for soft potato dumplings filled with shredded chicken and melty Minas cheese, baked in a creamy sauce until golden and bubbling. Perfect for sharing!
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Ingredients
1 kg chicken breast
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for boiling the chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling the potatoes)
1 tbsp butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch as needed for consistency
1 can tomato sauce
1 can heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g Queijo Minas fresco
Chopped black olives (optional)
Dried oregano to taste
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for boiling the chicken)
Salt to taste (for boiling the potatoes)
1 tbsp butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch as needed for consistency
1 can tomato sauce
1 can heavy cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g Queijo Minas fresco
Chopped black olives (optional)
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh chicken, potatoes, and staple pantry items at local grocery markets. For the Queijo Minas fresco, check the specialty dairy aisle or international food markets, as it is a traditional Brazilian semi-soft cheese; if unavailable, a mild queso fresco can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Boil the chicken breast in water with a pinch of salt until tender. Drain, shred, and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine the shredded chicken with the tomato sauce and cook for a few minutes. Set aside.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are very tender.
- Drain the potatoes and mash them while still hot using a potato ricer or a fork.
- Add the butter, egg, grated nutmeg, and salt to taste to the mashed potatoes.
- Gradually add the cornstarch, mixing until you obtain a firm, pliable dough that is easy to shape.
- Shape the potato dough into small 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 does not escape during the cooking process.
- Arrange the filled dumplings in a baking dish, forming a circle.
- Spoon the chicken and tomato sauce mixture into the center of the baking dish, between the dumplings.
- Pour the heavy cream over the dumplings and the chicken mixture.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Add oregano to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
Observations
These chicken dumplings are a staple in Brazilian comfort food, offering a savory and practical snack that is ideal for family gatherings, parties, or a special afternoon treat. The dumplings are crafted from a soft potato-based dough, stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and fresh Queijo Minas, then nestled in a rich, creamy tomato sauce and baked until perfectly golden. The result is a comforting dish that balances the soft texture of the potatoes with a succulent filling and gooey, melted cheese.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delectable dumplings, which masterfully combine the lightness of potatoes with the intense creaminess of the filling and sauce.
Get ready to impress your guests with these delectable dumplings, which masterfully combine the lightness of potatoes with the intense creaminess of the filling and sauce.
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