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Arepas with Pulled Poblano Chicken
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Instructions
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In a large sauté pan heat 2 teaspoons olive oil, add half the onion, the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the chicken, peppers and lime juice. Cook chicken 7-8 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Set aside. Once chicken is cool enough to handle, take 2 forks and shred chicken. Add chopped cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, add Masarepa, lime zest, 1 ½ cups water, 2 teaspoon olive oil and ½ teaspoon salt Stir to form a stiff dough. Transfer dough to clean, dry work space and knead dough for about 30-40 seconds or until smooth. Set aside for 3-4 minutes to rest. Form into 8 equal size balls. Flatten the balls with the palm of your hands to create 1/4 inch thick discs.
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In a large sauté pan, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil (you may need a little more during cooking) until very hot, add dough discs, and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook arepas for about 8-10 minutes per side or until cooked through.
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When cool enough to handle, cut Arepas horizontally in half. Place chicken mixture and cheese on the bottom half of Arepas. Top with other half and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Master the Arepa Dough Consistency 💧The Masarepa mixture should resemble wet sand—if it's too dry, the arepas crack; too wet, they won't hold their shape. Add water gradually and let it rest 5 minutes before cooking for optimal texture.
- Char Your Poblanos for Deep Flavor 🔥Directly char poblano peppers over a gas flame or under the broiler until blackened, then steam in a covered bowl before peeling—this intensifies their smoky flavor and makes them easier to work with.
- Shred Chicken While Hot for Best Texture 🍗Pull the chicken immediately after cooking while it's still steaming—hot meat shreds more easily and absorbs the cooking liquid and seasonings for maximum flavor distribution.
- Create the Perfect Arepa Pocket 🎯After cooking, let arepas cool slightly, then use a small sharp knife to cut horizontally into the thickest part and gently separate the layers rather than cutting all the way through—this keeps them intact while creating a proper pocket.
- Toast Your Arepas Before Serving 🥘Pan-fry the filled arepas in a touch of olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side just before serving to create a crispy exterior while keeping the interior warm and allowing the Cotija cheese to slightly melt.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
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