Brazilian recipe
Creamy chicken and hearts of palm pastel filling (Recheio cremoso de pastel de frango com palmito)
A flavorful and practical filling for savory pastries made with shredded chicken, chopped hearts of palm, and a creamy base.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
250g chopped hearts of palm
1 chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find shredded chicken and onions at any local supermarket or fresh produce market. Hearts of palm and requeijão cremoso are available in the international or specialty gourmet aisles of major food retailers. If you cannot find requeijão, a dense cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though requeijão provides the authentic texture.
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 1 more minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and chopped hearts of palm to the pan.
- Season with salt to taste and mix well.
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the requeijão cremoso and mix until you obtain a homogeneous and creamy filling.
- Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly.
- Remove from the heat and allow it to cool completely before using to fill the pastéis.
Observations
This chicken and hearts of palm filling is a savory and highly practical option for those looking to prepare delicious homemade pastéis. The combination of shredded chicken with the mild touch of hearts of palm, all brought together by the creaminess of requeijão, results in a versatile filling that is ideal for fried or baked savory pastries.
It is a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, and is an excellent way to use up cooked and shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day-to-day routine or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty snacks.
It is a recipe that pleases everyone, bringing a familiar and comforting flavor, and is an excellent way to use up cooked and shredded chicken. The ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy day-to-day routine or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty snacks.
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