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Coxinhas

Cultural Context

Coxinhas are a popular Brazilian snack, often served at parties and gatherings. They are shaped like little chicken thighs, which is reflected in their name, and are a beloved street food across Brazil. The dish showcases the country's culinary creativity, combining savory chicken filling with a crispy outer layer.

BrazilianBRappetizer
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 chicken breasts
2 chicken thighs
4 cups water
1 large carrot
1 russet potato
fresh herbs (oregano, thyme, rosemary, parsley)
whole peppercorns
4 cups flour
butter
onion
garlic
cooking oil

flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat flour

More nutritious option.

chicken

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: chicken thighs

Lower in calories and more budget-friendly.

1

Add 2 chicken breasts and 2 chicken thighs to a pot with 4 cups of water.

2

Add a whole large carrot and a peeled, cut russet potato to the pot.

3

Include fresh herbs (oregano, thyme, rosemary, parsley) and whole peppercorns for flavor.

4

Bring the pot to a boil to create a simple chicken stock.

5

Once the chicken is cooked, ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

6

Strain and reserve the chicken stock, adding more water if necessary to maintain 4 cups.

7

Add the cooked potato to the reserved stock.

8

Bring the stock back to a boil and add 4 cups of flour, stirring until it forms a stiff dough.

9

Add butter to the stock to enrich the flavor before mixing in the flour.

10

Stir the mixture until it no longer sticks to the sides of the pot and forms a ball.

11

Transfer the dough to a counter to cool slightly before handling.

12

Shred the cooked chicken using a food processor with a dough blade for ease.

13

Combine the shredded chicken with the reserved carrots, garlic, onion, and fresh parsley to create the filling.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfrying

Equipment Needed

potfood processorcounter

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Coxinha de Frango

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