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Arepas - The Queen Recipe

Inspired by Heaven Restaurant Market
Time45m
Serves4

Shredded chicken mixed with guacamole, pico de gallo, topped with greens

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Ingredients

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Arepa Dough

Shredded Chicken

Guacamole

Pico de Gallo

Toppings

Method

Prepare the Arepas

1

Make the Dough

In a large bowl, mix the pre-cooked cornmeal, water, and salt until a dough forms. Let it sit for about 5 minutes.

2

Shape the Arepas

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into round patties, about 1 inch thick.

3

Cook the Arepas

Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Cook the arepas for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Prepare the Shredded Chicken

4

Cook the Chicken

In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes.

5

Shred the Chicken

Remove the chicken from the pot and shred using two forks.

Make Guacamole

6

Prepare Guacamole

In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados and mix in lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro until well combined.

Make Pico de Gallo

7

Prepare Pico de Gallo

In a bowl, mix together diced tomatoes, red onion, minced jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro.

Assemble the Arepas

8

Build the Arepas

Slice the cooked arepas in half and fill them with shredded chicken, guacamole, pico de gallo, and top with mixed greens.