- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 300 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious fried chicken coxinhas, a light and healthy appetizer that combines texture and flavor. It is a great option for parties or meetings, especially when accompanied by fruit salads.”
What you need to know
- Deliciosa combinação de textura e sabor
- Fácil de preparar e servir
- Perfeita para saladas de frutas ou saladas de folhas
- Versátil: pode ser servido quente ou frio
- Acompanha bem com bebidas doces ou sucos
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of shredded chicken breast
- 1 package of coxinha dough
- 1 tablespoon of seasoning to taste
- oil for frying
- Breadcrumbs for breading
Instructions
Principal
- In a pot, cook the chicken breast until it is completely cooked. Desfie e reserve.
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with seasoning to taste.
- Prepare the coxinha dough according to the package instructions.
- With the dough, roll small portions with the chicken filling.
- Coat the coxinhas in breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet.
- Fry the coxinhas until golden brown.
- Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Chef's tips
- Use farinha de rosca fresca para melhorar o acabamento das coxinhas
- Cozinhe o frango até que esteja completamente cozido para garantir uma textura macia
- Aqueça o óleo suficiente para não enturbar as coxinhas durante a fritura
Variations
- Adicione um pouco de mostarda em vez de tempero a gosto para dar um sabor adicional
- Adicione um pouco de pimenta em vez de tempero a gosto para dar um sabor adicional
- Adicione uma pitada de pimenta-do-reino para dar um sabor adicional
Substitutions
- Substituir a farinha de rosca por farinha de trigo
- Substituir o peito de frango pelo peru
- Substituir a massa de coxinha por uma mistura de farinha e água
How to store
During the week, store the coxinhas in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will be perfectly fresh for up to 3 days. After this date, they should be stored in an airtight container in the freezer. If stored at room temperature, they will not be safe for consumption after 2 days.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, it can be frozen. After frying, the coxinhas can be placed in an airtight package in the freezer. They should be thawed at room temperature before serving.
What to serve with
Pairing with fruit salads or leafy green salads is a great idea.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do the coxinhas last in the freezer?
Coxinhas last up to 2 months in the freezer.
Can I add other coxinhas to the dish?
You can serve the coxinhas with fruit salads, leaf salads, or with a leaf and fruit salad.
What is the best way to store the coxinhas?
The coxinhas can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer or in the refrigerator.
Can I add other things to the chicken filling?
You can add mashed onion, black pepper, herbs, or any other ingredient you like.
How can I substitute cooking oil?
You can use vegetable cooking oil, coconut oil, or soybean oil.
