Pipian De Gallina Recipe

Name: Pipian De Gallina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole cooked chicken (remove skin and bones); 12 lb hulled pumpkin seeds or 12 lb hulled squash seeds; ½ cup toasted sesame seeds; ¼ cup masa corn flour; 2 garlic cloves; 4 large dried red chilies or 4 serrano chilies; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 cups chicken broth; salt and pepper; 4 corn tortillas or 4 flour tortillas

Servings: persons

1
Cut chicken into chunks.
2
In a non-stick frying pan lightly brown the masa, pumpkin seeds, chilis, and garlic in oil.
3
Grind the masa mixture in a food processor or blender into a paste.
4
Put paste back into the frying pan and stir in enough chicken broth to form a smooth sauce.
5
Simmer until well blended.
6
Add the cut-up chicken, salt, and pepper.
7
Stir to coat chicken and simmer for another 10 minutes and serve with the tortillas.
8
NOTE: Do not use any flour other than masa flour, or Masa Harina as a substitute will not produce the same results.

1141

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole cooked chicken (remove skin and bones), 12 lb hulled pumpkin seeds or 12 lb hulled squash seeds, ½ cup toasted sesame seeds, ¼ cup masa corn flour, and more.

Yes, Pipian De Gallina falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pipian De Gallina

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Variations & substitutions

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