Paraguayan Cornbread With Chicken (chipa Mbaipy)

Paraguayan Cornbread with Chicken, also known as Chipa Mbaipy, is a traditional dish from Paraguay that combines the flavors of corn, cheese, and chicken. This savory cornbread is perfect for a hearty meal or as a delicious snack.

Paraguayan Cornbread With Chicken (chipa Mbaipy)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups corn flour
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup grated cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the corn flour, shredded chicken, and grated cheese.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vegetable oil.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
  4. Add the baking powder and salt, and mix until smooth.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour the cornbread batter into the skillet.
  6. Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
  7. Flip the cornbread and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the other side is golden brown and the cornbread is cooked through.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large bowl Whisk Non-stick skillet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Paraguayan Cornbread with Chicken as an appetizer or as a side dish with a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add chopped green onions or bell peppers to the cornbread batter.

Cost

$10