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Ingredients
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2 ½ cups milk
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1 ½ cups arepas flour (such as P.A.N.®)
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½ cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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1 tablespoon honey
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vegetable oil
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1 (6 ounce) package cooked chicken, shredded, or to taste
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½ (8 ounce) package Monterey Jack cheese, sliced, or to taste
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½ avocado, sliced, or to taste
Directions
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Bring milk to a simmer in a pot. Remove from heat and stir in butter.
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Combine arepas flour, grated Monterey Jack cheese, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Add the hot milk mixture and honey; stir until combined. Let mixture sit until milk is absorbed enough for a soft dough to form, 1 to 2 minutes. Dough will continue to stiffen.
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Form dough into 12 balls about 2 inches in diameter. Flatten between palms into 3 1/2- to 4-inch arepa patties about 1/3-inch thick.
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry 3 to 4 arepas at a time until lightly golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Slice each arepa in half crosswise and stuff a portion of chicken, sliced Monterey Jack cheese, and avocado between the halves.
Cook's Note:
Select any fillings combos you like. Options include shredded beef/pork with cheese and beans, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, peppers, and cheese, and grilled veggies.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
222 | Calories |
14g | Fat |
15g | Carbs |
10g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Calories 222 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 14g | 18% |
Saturated Fat 7g | 33% |
Cholesterol 37mg | 12% |
Sodium 266mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrate 15g | 5% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 4g | |
Protein 10g | 20% |
Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
Calcium 169mg | 13% |
Iron 0mg | 2% |
Potassium 157mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.