This classic Brazilian comfort dish is everything you want in a weeknight bake: creamy chicken filling, a soft blender-made crust, and golden perfection in every bite. No dough kneading required — just blend, pour, and bake!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
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Blender batter = zero effort!
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Great for using leftover rotisserie or shredded chicken
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Versatile, freezer-friendly, and crowd-pleasing
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A Brazilian household favorite that works for lunch, dinner, or snack!
Servings: 8–10
⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏲️ Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
️ Oven Temp: 180°C / 350°F
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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2 tbsp oil
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1 chopped onion
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2 cups shredded cooked chicken
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1 chopped tomato
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1 cup corn and/or peas
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2 tbsp tomato paste or sauce
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Salt, pepper, and oregano to taste
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Optional: chopped parsley, cream cheese
For the Batter:
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3 eggs
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2 cups milk
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½ cup oil
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional but delicious)
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Chicken Filling
In a skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
Add shredded chicken, chopped tomato, corn/peas, tomato paste, and seasonings.
Cook for a few minutes, stirring until thickened and well combined.
Let the mixture cool slightly before assembling.
Optional: Add a spoonful of cream cheese or chopped parsley for extra creaminess and flavor.
2️⃣ Make the Blender Batter
In a blender, combine:
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3 eggs
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2 cups milk
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½ cup oil
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Flour, baking powder, salt, and Parmesan cheese
Blend until smooth and lump-free — about 30–60 seconds.
3️⃣ Assemble the Pie
Grease a 9×13-inch (or similar size) baking dish.
Pour in half the batter and spread evenly.
Add the cooled chicken filling in an even layer.
Pour the remaining batter on top and spread gently.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake in a preheated oven (180°C / 350°F) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx.)
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Calories: 290
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Protein: 16g
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Carbs: 18g
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Fat: 16g
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Fiber: 1g
Tips & Variations
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Add grated cheese or olives to the filling for extra richness
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For a creamier texture, mix in cream cheese or requeijão
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You can use rotisserie chicken to save time
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Serve with green salad or hot sauce on the side!
Easy Blender Chicken Pie (Torta de Frango de Liquidificador)
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8–10
Description
This Brazilian-style Chicken Pie is savory, comforting, and incredibly easy to make — no dough rolling required! Just blend the batter, layer with a creamy chicken filling, and bake. It’s the perfect crowd-pleasing dish for brunch, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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2 tablespoons oil
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1 chopped onion
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2 cups shredded cooked chicken
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1 tomato, chopped
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1 cup corn and/or peas
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2 tablespoons tomato paste or sauce
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Salt, pepper, and oregano to taste
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Optional: chopped parsley or a few spoonfuls of cream cheese
For the Batter:
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3 eggs
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2 cups milk
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1/2 cup oil
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken Filling
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In a skillet, heat oil and sauté the chopped onion until soft.
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Add the shredded chicken, seasonings, chopped tomato, corn/peas, and tomato paste.
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Stir well and cook for a few minutes until combined and heated through.
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Let the filling cool slightly before assembling the pie.
2️⃣ Make the Batter
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In a blender, combine: eggs, milk, oil, flour, baking powder, salt, and Parmesan cheese.
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Blend until smooth — about 30–45 seconds.
3️⃣ Assemble the Pie
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Grease a baking dish (roughly 9×13 inches or similar).
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Pour half the batter into the pan and spread evenly.
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Spoon the chicken filling evenly over the batter layer.
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Pour the remaining batter on top, gently spreading to cover the filling.
4️⃣ Bake
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Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden on top and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
5️⃣ Cool & Serve
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Delicious warm or at room temperature!
Notes
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Add grated carrots, chopped olives, or cream cheese dollops to the filling for extra flavor.
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Top with a sprinkle of Parmesan or shredded mozzarella before baking for a golden crust.
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- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American