Mofongo W/breaded Chicken Breast Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mofongo
Breaded Chicken Breast
Method
Mofongo
- 1
Prepare the Plantains
Peel the green plantains and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- 2
Fry the Plantains
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the plantain pieces and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain.
- 3
Mash the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the fried plantains, garlic cloves, salt, and pork cracklings. Mash together using a mortar and pestle or a fork until well mixed, adding chicken broth as needed to achieve a smooth consistency.
- 4
Shape the Mofongo
Form the mashed mixture into small balls or mounds and set aside.
Breaded Chicken Breast
- 5
Prepare the Chicken
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1 inch.
- 6
Set Up the Breading Station
Place all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes. Season the flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 7
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, coating completely. Dip in the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 8
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
