Coxinha Burger with Pão de Queijo Buns (Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo)

This recipe combines two beloved Brazilian snacks into one delicious meal: the Coxinha, a chicken croquette, and the Pão de Queijo, a cheese bread. The result is a mouthwatering Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo, perfect for a unique and flavorful dining experience.

Coxinha Burger with Pão de Queijo Buns (Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 cup tapioca flour
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the ground chicken with salt and pepper, then shape into burger patties.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine tapioca flour, mozzarella cheese, milk, and a pinch of salt to make the Pão de Queijo dough.
  3. Divide the Pão de Queijo dough into 4 portions and flatten into buns. Cook in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
  4. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil and cook the chicken burger patties until fully cooked.
  5. In a saucepan, heat the chicken broth and dip the cooked burger patties into the broth, then coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Assemble the burger by placing the Coxinha patty between the Pão de Queijo buns, and add lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise as desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
25g

Supplies

Skillet Bowl Saucepan

Tools

Spatula Mixing spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo with a side of Brazilian rice and a refreshing caipirinha cocktail for an authentic Brazilian meal.

Tips & tricks

For a twist, try adding a slice of pineapple to the burger for a tropical flavor.

Cost

$15