Brazilian Chicken Croquettes (Coxinha)

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Turkey is leaner, while canned chicken is cost-effective.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko adds crunch, while crushed crackers are often cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is cost-free.

In a medium pot, heat olive oil, then sauté garlic and onions until soft and brown.

Add shredded chicken, salt, and paprika. Stir to incorporate.

Transfer mixture into a bowl, add cream cheese and parsley. Mix well.

In the same pot, add butter, chicken broth, and milk. Bring to a boil.

Stir in flour until dough is formed.

Transfer dough to a flat surface. Knead the dough while it is warm, but not hot.

Pinch a piece of dough, about the size of a large egg, and roll into a ball.

Using your hands, flatten the dough and spoon filling into the center.

Wrap the dough into a pear shape and make sure there aren’t any holes.

While heating a pot of oil to 350˚F/180˚C, dredge the dough in egg and panko, then deep-fry till golden brown and cooked through.

Drain on a towel and serve immediately.

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