Easy Chicken Pavê Recipe: Creamy & Delicious

Try the delicious Chicken Pavê, an easy and flavorful recipe for any meal. Ideal for lunch or dinner, surprise everyone with this creamy dish!

Summary

• Ingredients
• Preparation Method
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

Chicken Filling:

• 500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 can of corn
• 1 can of peas
• 1 chopped tomato, seeds removed
• 1/2 cup chopped olives
• Parsley and chives to taste
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil

Cream:

• 1 can of cream
• 1 cup creamy cheese spread
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

Other:

• 1 package of cornstarch biscuits
• Milk for moistening the biscuits
• Grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling (optional)

Preparation Method

1. Prepare the filling: In a pan, heat the oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
2. Add the shredded chicken, corn, peas, tomato, and olives. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Sauté for a few minutes and set aside.
3. Prepare the cream: In a bowl, mix the cream, cheese spread, and mayonnaise until a homogeneous cream is obtained.
4. Assembly: Moisten the cornstarch biscuits in milk and line the bottom of a baking dish.
5. Spread a layer of chicken filling over the biscuits.
6. Cover with a layer of cream.
7. Repeat the layers of biscuits, filling, and cream, finishing with the cream.
8. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top, if desired.
9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving the chicken pavê, so it becomes firm.

Tips and Variations

• Vary the filling by adding other vegetables of your choice, such as grated carrots or chopped bell peppers.
• Substitute the cornstarch biscuits with crustless white bread for a different version of chicken pavê.
• For a lighter version, use light cream and light mayonnaise.
• Add sliced mushrooms to the filling for a gourmet touch.
• You can use other types of cheese for sprinkling, such as grated mozzarella.
• Chicken pavê is an excellent option for using leftover roasted or boiled chicken.

CHEF’s Tips

For a perfect chicken pavê, the key is the quality of the ingredients and the chilling time. Use chicken cooked to the right point, neither dry nor excessively moist, to ensure a flavorful and pleasant filling. Try adding a little truffle oil to the cream for a sophisticated touch and irresistible flavor. Assembly is crucial: make sure the biscuits are lightly moistened so they don’t fall apart, but also don’t become hard. Chilling time is essential for the layers to set and the flavors to fully integrate, resulting in a creamy and delicious chicken pavê. If you want to add a special touch, add potato sticks during assembly for a contrasting crunchy texture.