Baked Chicken Coxinhas

Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté onion and garlic in butter until soft, then stir in shredded chicken, paprika, and cream cheese to create the filling.

2. 2

   In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil, then add the flour all at once, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides.

3. 3

   Let the dough cool slightly, then knead it on a floured surface until smooth and pliable.

4. 4

   Take a small piece of dough, flatten it into a disc, place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center, and pinch the top to form a teardrop shape.

5. 5

   Dip each shaped coxinha into the beaten eggs and then roll thoroughly in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.

6. 6

   Place the coxinhas on a parchment-lined baking sheet and spray generously with olive oil to help them brown.

7. 7

   Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with hot sauce or lime wedges.