Brazilian recipe
Creamy Chicken and Heart of Palm Filling (Pastel de Frango com Palmito)
A quick and delicious filling for Brazilian fried pastries, blending shredded chicken and tender heart of palm with a creamy finish.
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Ingredients
500g shredded chicken
250g chopped heart of palm
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
250g chopped heart of palm
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
150g creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Shredded chicken can be prepared by poaching chicken breast. Heart of palm (palmito) and requeijão are authentic Brazilian staples; you can find them in the international or Latin American section of well-stocked supermarkets or in specialized ethnic grocery stores. If you cannot find requeijão, a high-quality, spreadable cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though requeijão provides the signature authentic texture.
Preparation method
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant
- Stir the shredded chicken and chopped heart of palm into the pan
- Season with salt to your liking and mix well
- Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally
- Add the creamy requeijão and stir until the filling is smooth and consistent
- Simmer over low heat for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly
- Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using to fill your pastéis
Observations
This chicken and heart of palm filling is a savory and incredibly practical option for whipping up authentic homemade pastéis. The combination of shredded chicken and the subtle flavor of heart of palm, brought together by the creaminess of requeijão, makes for a versatile filling that works perfectly for both fried and baked pastries.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers a familiar, comforting taste, while also being an excellent way to use up cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy weeknight or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty finger food.
It is a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers a familiar, comforting taste, while also being an excellent way to use up cooked, shredded chicken. Its ease of preparation makes it perfect for a busy weeknight or for special occasions when you want to serve tasty finger food.
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