Brazilian recipe
Homemade Whole Wheat Chicken Pie (Empadão de frango integral)
A nutritious twist on the classic, featuring a crisp whole-wheat crust and a creamy chicken filling. This wholesome pie is a perfect choice for a balanced and comforting meal.
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Ingredients
1 kg cooked and shredded chicken breast
300 g fresh ricotta
Milk (to bind the filling)
Chopped parsley to taste
Chopped green onions to taste
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose white flour
1 cup wheat fiber
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1 dessert spoon baking powder
100 g margarine
Soybean oil (to bind the dough)
Egg yolk (for brushing)
300 g fresh ricotta
Milk (to bind the filling)
Chopped parsley to taste
Chopped green onions to taste
1 cup cornstarch
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose white flour
1 cup wheat fiber
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1 dessert spoon baking powder
100 g margarine
Soybean oil (to bind the dough)
Egg yolk (for brushing)
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh chicken, produce, and dairy at local markets in Palau. You can find staples like flour, cornstarch, and wheat fiber at major supermarkets. If wheat fiber is unavailable, you may substitute it with oat bran or ground flaxseeds, though the original texture will be slightly different.
Preparation method
- Prepare the chicken breast by boiling and shredding it.
- In a bowl, prepare the filling: mash or crumble the ricotta. Add about 1/2 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (or wheat flour), and salt to taste, mixing well to bind. Fold in the chopped parsley, green onions, and any other seasonings of your choice.
- Allow the filling to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry dough ingredients: cornstarch, whole wheat flour, white flour, wheat fiber, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the egg and margarine to the dry mixture and work the dough until it reaches a crumbly, sandy texture.
- Gradually add soybean oil, just enough to bind the dough so it pulls away from your hands without sticking.
- To assemble the pie, prepare the top crust: place a portion of the dough inside a plastic bag and roll it out into a rectangle, large enough to cover your baking dish.
- In a 30 cm diameter baking dish, line the bottom and sides with the remaining dough, rolling it out thinly.
- Spread the cooled chicken mixture evenly into the lined dish.
- Cover the filling with the prepared dough sheet from the plastic bag.
- Brush the top surface of the crust with an egg yolk.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for approximately 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve the pie warm, ideally paired with brown rice and a fresh watercress salad.
Observations
The whole wheat chicken pie is a healthier variation of the traditional Brazilian recipe, offering a nutrient-dense alternative without compromising on flavor.
This recipe pairs a crunchy whole-grain crust with a savory filling of shredded chicken and fresh ricotta, making it an excellent choice for those seeking balanced, practical, and hearty meals. It is perfect for family lunches, dinners, or packed meals on the go.
This recipe pairs a crunchy whole-grain crust with a savory filling of shredded chicken and fresh ricotta, making it an excellent choice for those seeking balanced, practical, and hearty meals. It is perfect for family lunches, dinners, or packed meals on the go.
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