Gorditas with chicken and avocado are a delicious and hearty Mexican dish consisting of small corn cakes filled with chicken and avocado. The gorditas are either fried or baked until they become crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They are then opened and filled with seasoned chicken pieces, avocado slices, and various sauces. This combination offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an excellent option for lunch or dinner.
Gorditas with chicken and avocado
Dough
Umplutura
Instructions
Dough preparation method
- Place the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, oil, water, and salt into a bowl and knead for a few seconds. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and set aside.
Filling preparation method
- In a food processor, place the water, carrot, potatoes, leek, red onion, cilantro, chicken paste concentrate, and olive oil, and chop for a few seconds.
- Cut the chicken meat into small pieces and fry until browned. After frying, cut it into small strips. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- In the food processor, add the red onion and chop. Transfer to the bowl with the chicken.
- In the food processor, place the avocado, cream cheese, salt, and pepper, and blend until smooth. Combine with the chicken and red onion mixture, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into 8 pieces and shape them into balls, then press them into discs (approximately 9 cm). Wet your finger and run it around the edges to smooth out any cracks. Place the discs on the prepared baking sheet and cover with a kitchen towel.
- Lightly brown the discs over medium heat in a non-stick skillet, then place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes at 200°C (390°F).
- Split the gorditas with a serrated knife, without separating them completely. Place 1 tablespoon of feta cheese and 2 tablespoons of chicken filling in each split gordita. Serve at room temperature.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2004kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Protein 24g48%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.