Brazilian recipe
Chicken Croquette Recipe (Croquete de frango)
Learn how to make savory chicken croquettes, a Brazilian snack classic perfect for appetizers or casual bites, featuring shredded chicken and olives.
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Ingredients
1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
100 g chopped olives
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 beef bouillon cube
Bahian seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 cup (requeijão glass size) all-purpose flour
100 g chopped olives
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 beef bouillon cube
Bahian seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 cup (requeijão glass size) all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
Chicken breast, onions, olives, and flour are available at local grocery stores or vegetable markets. For the beef bouillon and seasonings, local spice shops or pantry aisles are recommended. Tempero baiano can be substituted with a blend of black pepper, cumin, and oregano if unavailable.
Preparation method
- In a pan, cook the shredded chicken with the chopped onion, olives, beef bouillon cube, Bahian seasoning, cumin, and salt, adding a little water if necessary, until the flavors are well incorporated and the liquid has evaporated.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon over low heat, until a consistent dough forms and it pulls away from the bottom of the pan.
- Once the dough has cooled slightly, shape the croquettes into small cylinders, balls, or your preferred format.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Observations
Chicken croquette is a beloved snack in Brazilian cuisine, widely served at parties, enjoyed as a hearty afternoon snack, or prepared as a perfect way to repurpose leftover roasted chicken. This recipe yields flavorful, golden-brown croquettes with a firm dough and a savory filling of shredded chicken seasoned with olives, creating an irresistible snack that is sure to please everyone.
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