Chicken Pupusas Recipe

Introduction

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy meal to make for your family, then you should try this chicken pupusas recipe. Pupusas are a traditional dish from El Salvador that consists of a thick corn tortilla filled with a savory filling. In this recipe, we will be using chicken as the filling. The best part about this recipe is that it’s customizable, so you can add your favorite ingredients to the filling. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the pupusas:

• 2 cups masa harina
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the salsa:

• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the masa harina, warm water, and salt until a dough forms.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.
3. Add the shredded chicken, cilantro, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
4. To assemble the pupusas, take a small amount of the dough and roll it into a ball. Flatten the ball in the palm of your hand and place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center. Fold the dough around the filling and flatten into a disc.
5. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Cook the pupusas for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned.
6. To make the salsa, mix together the tomato, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
7. Serve the pupusas hot with the salsa on the side.

Nutrition

This recipe makes approximately 12 pupusas. Each pupusa contains:

• Calories: 160
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 120mg

Conclusion

This chicken pupusas recipe is a great way to introduce your family to new and exciting foods. They’re easy to make and customizable, so you can add your favorite ingredients to the filling. Plus, they’re a healthier alternative to traditional fast-food options. Give this recipe a try and let us know what you think!