Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Hearts of Palm Filling for Pastel (Brazilian Deep-fried Pastry)
A quick and delicious creamy filling with shredded chicken and hearts of palm, perfect for making homemade Brazilian pastéis or savoury snacks.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g hearts of palm, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy spreadable cheese (requeijão cremoso)
Salt to taste
250g hearts of palm, chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy spreadable cheese (requeijão cremoso)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Shredded chicken can be easily prepared from boiled chicken breasts. Hearts of palm are often found in tins or jars in the 'canned vegetables' or 'international' aisles of major supermarkets. If you cannot find authentic Brazilian-style requeijão cremoso, a smooth, full-fat cream cheese or a mild spreadable processed cheese makes a suitable substitute, though the original product provides the signature flavour and texture of traditional Brazilian snacks.
Preparation method
- Warm the olive oil in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the chopped onion until it turns soft and translucent
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant
- Toss the shredded chicken and chopped hearts of palm into the pan
- Season with salt to taste and stir well to combine
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally
- Stir in the creamy spreadable cheese until you get a smooth, consistent filling
- Cook over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the filling thickens slightly
- Take off the heat and allow to cool completely before using to fill your pastéis
Observations
This chicken and hearts of palm filling is a tasty, no-fuss option for anyone wanting to make delicious, authentic homemade pastéis. The classic combination of shredded chicken and the mild, tender texture of hearts of palm, all brought together by the creaminess of requeijão, makes for a versatile filling that works just as well for deep-fried treats as it does for oven-baked pastry snacks.
It is a firm family favourite that brings back familiar, comforting flavours. Plus, it is a brilliant way to use up leftover cooked shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for special occasions when you want to serve up tasty, proper homemade appetizers.
It is a firm family favourite that brings back familiar, comforting flavours. Plus, it is a brilliant way to use up leftover cooked shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for special occasions when you want to serve up tasty, proper homemade appetizers.
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