Brazilian recipe
Easy and Quick Chicken Escondidinho (Escondidinho de frango e)
Learn how to make a creamy, flavorful chicken escondidinho. This traditional Brazilian recipe is the ultimate comfort food for a hearty lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
500g chicken breast, cubed
1kg potatoes
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
6 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup green olives, chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 packet onion soup mix
800ml milk
3 cups cooked rice
Grated mozzarella cheese to taste
1kg potatoes
1 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
6 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
3/4 cup green olives, chopped
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 packet onion soup mix
800ml milk
3 cups cooked rice
Grated mozzarella cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh produce, chicken, and dairy items at local wet markets (palengke) or supermarket produce and poultry sections. Onion soup mix is available in the international or seasonings aisle of major grocery stores. If you cannot find pre-packaged onion soup mix, a common substitute is a blend of onion powder, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Preparation method
- Boil the potatoes until tender, mash them with the butter, and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion.
- Add the chicken cubes and brown them well.
- Mix in the chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, green olives, and cilantro. Cook for a few minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the onion soup mix into the milk.
- Pour the milk and onion soup mixture over the sautéed chicken.
- Cook, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens.
- Grease a baking dish with butter to prepare for assembly.
- Spread the creamy chicken mixture as the base layer in the dish.
- Add a layer of the cooked rice over the chicken.
- Evenly spread the mashed potatoes over the top.
- Cover with a generous layer of grated mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Observations
The chicken escondidinho is a beloved classic in Brazilian cooking, celebrated for its comforting blend of textures and savory goodness. This recipe is perfect for those who want a practical yet nourishing meal that is sure to please the whole family. Featuring layers of succulent shredded chicken, fluffy cooked rice, and a velvety mashed potato topping—all finished with a bubbly layer of melted cheese—this dish is as versatile for everyday weeknight meals as it is for special gatherings.
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