Brazilian recipe
Neapolitan Chicken Pie with Calabresa and Bacon (Torta napolitana de frango com calabresa e bacon)
Discover how to make a classic savory blender pie, a super practical and perfect dish for a hearty afternoon snack with the whole family.
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Ingredients
Parsley to taste
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
200g bacon, finely chopped
1 cup milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 unit of calabresa sausage, chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 carrot, grated
2 tablespoons peas
3 tablespoons grated cheese
4 tablespoons canned corn
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 chicken bouillon cube
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
200g bacon, finely chopped
1 cup milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 unit of calabresa sausage, chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 carrot, grated
2 tablespoons peas
3 tablespoons grated cheese
4 tablespoons canned corn
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 chicken bouillon cube
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local supermarkets or grocery stores in the fresh produce, dairy, and pantry aisles. Calabresa sausage can often be found in the deli or cured meat section.
Preparation method
- Blend the eggs, oil, grated cheese, milk, and chicken bouillon cube in a blender until smooth.
- Add the flour and baking powder to the blender mixture and mix just enough to combine everything.
- Sauté the bacon with the calabresa, then add the shredded chicken, corn, peas, carrots, and onion, mixing well with the parsley.
- Grease a baking pan with oil and flour, pour in half of the batter, spread the filling on top, and cover with the remaining batter.
- Finish the assembly by decorating with tomato slices, a pinch of oregano, and grated parmesan cheese to taste.
- Preheat the oven to high heat and bake the pie for approximately 35 to 40 minutes.
- Perform the toothpick or fork test after 35 minutes.
- If it comes out dry, the pie is ready to be removed from the oven.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing to ensure it is well-structured for serving.
Observations
This recipe is a Brazilian classic that is an absolute must-have in your kitchen collection. The blender batter is incredibly fast to prepare and provides a soft, fluffy texture that holds the filling perfectly. The secret to an irresistible flavor is to sauté the calabresa and bacon thoroughly and be generous with the grated cheese on top. Serve it warm or at room temperature; it is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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