Arepas Reina Pepiada Recipe

Name: Arepas Reina Pepiada
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Filling; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, poached, cooled and finely shredded; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ground black pepper; 4 avocados, pitted, peeled and mashed with hands; 1/2 lime, juice of; Dough; 4 cups cold water; 3/4 tablespoon salt; 1 1/2 lbs venezuelan masa harina (precooked white cornmeal); oil, for greasing

Servings: persons

Filling
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, poached, cooled and finely shredded
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper
4 avocados, pitted, peeled and mashed with hands
1/2 lime, juice of
Dough
4 cups cold water
3/4 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 lbs venezuelan masa harina (precooked white cornmeal)
oil, for greasing

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For the filling:
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Mix together the chicken, cilantro, mayonnaise, salt, pepper to taste, the avocados and lime juice. Cover and refrigerate. For the dough: Mix together the water and salt in a large bowl, and then slowly add the cornmeal as you mix with your fingers. Mix and knead until it forms a soft dough. When you can pick up all of the dough in one mass, it's ready to form the arepas. Divide the dough into 8 balls, then gently flatten and form into discs.
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Heat a lightly-oiled griddle or nonstick skillet over high heat. Preheat a grill to medium heat.
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Cook the arepas on the griddle until they release from the cooking surface and are able to be moved, about 1 minute 30 seconds, and then flip and cook the other side for another 1 minute 30 seconds. Transfer the arepas to the grill and grill until lightly browned in spots, about 5 minutes per side. The arepas are ready when they sound like a drum when tapped.
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Split the arepas in half, then scrape out and discard some of the middle. Stuff the arepas with the chicken mixture and eat while still piping hot.

245

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Filling, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, poached, cooled and finely shredded, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, and more.

Yes, Arepas Reina Pepiada falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Arepas Reina Pepiada

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