Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Chicken Croquettes
Learn how to make delicious, crispy chicken croquettes at home. A simple, flavor-packed recipe using shredded chicken and olives—the perfect snack for any occasion.
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Ingredients
1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
100 g green olives, pitted and chopped
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 beef bouillon cube
Brazilian-style all-purpose seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Sea salt to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
100 g green olives, pitted and chopped
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 beef bouillon cube
Brazilian-style all-purpose seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Sea salt to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
The main ingredients like chicken, onions, and flour are readily available at any local grocery store. For the Brazilian components: 'Tempero baiano' is a specific blend (usually containing black pepper, cumin, oregano, and dried chili) that can be found in the international or Latin aisle of well-stocked supermarkets, or at specialized ethnic food grocers. If you cannot find the exact blend, a mix of black pepper, oregano, and a pinch of chili powder is a suitable substitute. Beef bouillon cubes are standard in the stock/soup aisle, and pitted green olives are typically found in the canned vegetable or jarred goods section.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, sauté the shredded chicken with the onion, chopped olives, beef bouillon cube, tempero baiano, cumin, and salt, adding a splash of water if needed, until the flavors meld and the liquid has evaporated
- Gradually stir in the flour over low heat, using a wooden spoon to mix continuously until the dough thickens into a consistent mass that pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan
- Once the dough has cooled slightly, shape it into small, bite-sized balls or your preferred snack shapes
- Deep-fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are perfectly golden and crispy on the outside
- Drain briefly on paper towels before serving while hot
Observations
Chicken croquettes are a beloved staple in Brazilian snack culture, making them an ideal choice for parties, casual get-togethers, or simply giving leftover roast chicken a new lease on life.
This recipe will guide you through making savory, golden-brown croquettes with a firm, satisfying dough and a zesty filling of shredded chicken and olives, creating a crowd-pleasing finger food the whole family will love.
This recipe will guide you through making savory, golden-brown croquettes with a firm, satisfying dough and a zesty filling of shredded chicken and olives, creating a crowd-pleasing finger food the whole family will love.
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