Venezuelan Arepa Reina Pepiada with Avocado Chicken Filling
A delightful Venezuelan specialty featuring creamy avocado and savory chicken.
Discover the rich flavors of this traditional Venezuelan dish, balancing the creamy texture of avocado with perfectly seasoned chicken nestled in a warm corn arepa.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Arepas
For the Chicken Filling
For the Avocado Mixture
For Assembling
Preparation
Preparing the Arepas
Mix Dough
In a large bowl, mix together the cornmeal, warm water, and salt until a dough forms.
Rest Dough
Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to absorb the water.
Shape Patties
Divide and shape the dough into 8 equal patties.
Cooking the Chicken
Heat Oil
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Season Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook Chicken
Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and golden brown.
Ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Rest and Shred
Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before shredding to retain juices.
Resting helps retain juices.
Cooking Process
Cooking the Arepas
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cook patties on a hot griddle for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown, then bake for 10 minutes.
Preparing the Filling
Shred the cooled chicken and mix with avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and onion. Season to taste.
Assembling Arepas
Slice each arepa in half, and generously fill with the avocado chicken mixture.
Plating & Serving
Venezuelan Arepa Reina Pepiada with Avocado Chicken Filling
Venezuelan Arepa Reina Pepiada with Avocado Chicken Filling
Serve Warm
Serve the arepas warm, allowing the creamy filling to ooze slightly between the crisp corn patties.