Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken Balls with Minas Cheese
Homemade recipe for potato balls with shredded chicken and melted Minas cheese, covered in a creamy sauce and gratinated. Perfect for snacking!
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Ingredients
1 kg chicken breast
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for cooking chicken)
Salt to taste (for cooking potatoes)
1 tablespoon butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch enough to firm the dough
1 can tomato sauce
1 can cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g fresh Minas cheese
Chopped black olives (optional)
Oregano to taste
1 kg potatoes
1 pinch salt (for cooking chicken)
Salt to taste (for cooking potatoes)
1 tablespoon butter
1 whole egg
1 pinch grated nutmeg
Cornstarch enough to firm the dough
1 can tomato sauce
1 can cream
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
500 g fresh Minas cheese
Chopped black olives (optional)
Oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
Chicken breast, potatoes, butter, eggs, tomato sauce, cream, and Parmesan cheese can be found in the meat, produce, dairy, and canned goods sections of most supermarkets. Fresh Minas cheese is a Brazilian cheese, often found in Latin American or Brazilian specialty stores, or in the international cheese section of larger supermarkets. If unavailable, a firm, mild white cheese like fresh mozzarella or a mild, firm farmer's cheese can be used as a substitute. Cornstarch is usually in the baking aisle. Olives and oregano can be found in the spice or international aisles.
Preparation method
- Cook the chicken breast in water with a pinch of salt until tender
- Drain, shred, and set aside
- In a pan, mix the shredded chicken with the tomato sauce and cook for a few minutes
- Set aside
- Cook the potatoes in salted water until very soft
- Drain the potatoes and mash them while still hot with a masher or fork
- Add the butter, egg, grated nutmeg, and salt to taste to the mashed potatoes
- Gradually add cornstarch, mixing until you get a firm and pliable dough for rolling
- Shape small balls with the potato dough
- Cut the Minas cheese into small cubes
- Fill each potato ball with a cube of Minas cheese and, if desired, chopped black olives
- Close the balls well so the filling doesn't escape during cooking
- Arrange the stuffed chicken balls in a baking dish, forming a circle
- Place the chicken with tomato sauce in the center of the dish, among the balls
- Pour the cream over the balls and the chicken
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top
- Add oregano to taste
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until golden and gratinated
Observations
This chicken ball recipe is a Brazilian culinary classic, ideal for those looking for a tasty and practical snack, perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a special treat. The balls are made from a soft potato dough, filled with shredded chicken and Minas cheese, and then cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce, finished with a gratinated topping in the oven. The result is a comforting and flavorful dish, with the perfect combination of soft potato, juicy filling, and melted cheese.
Prepare to surprise your guests with these delicious balls that combine the lightness of the potato with the creaminess of the filling and sauce.
Prepare to surprise your guests with these delicious balls that combine the lightness of the potato with the creaminess of the filling and sauce.
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