Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

plantains

boiled and mashed

1 tbsp

butter

1 cup

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 cup

shredded cooked chicken

shredded

3 tbsp

chopped onion

chopped

3 tbsp

chopped chives

chopped

1 unit

jalapeno pepper

seeded and chopped

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~6 min

Boil and mash the plantains until smooth.

Step 2
~6 min

Add butter, salt, and pepper to the mashed plantains; mix well.

Step 3
~6 min

Heat olive oil or vegetable oil in a pan over low heat.

Step 4
~6 min

Add chopped onion, chives, and jalapeno to the pan; sauté until softened.

Step 5
~6 min

Add shredded cooked chicken and garlic powder to the pan; cook for 8-10 minutes until the flavors blend.

Step 6
~6 min

Taste the chicken mixture and add salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7
~6 min

Gradually add all-purpose flour to the plantain mixture, mixing well until a dough forms.

Step 8
~6 min

Spread the plantain dough on foil or wax paper in a rectangular shape.

Step 9
~6 min

Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the plantain dough.

Step 10
~6 min

Roll up the plantain dough using the foil or wax paper to assist.

Step 11
~6 min

Place the rolled plantain on a greased cookie sheet.

Step 12
~6 min

Bake in a preheated 350F oven for 60-65 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13
~6 min

Cool completely before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use ripe but firm plantains for the best texture.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno to your spice preference.

Brush the top of the roll with melted butter before baking for a golden crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Black beans and rice
Avocado salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Plantains are a staple food in many Caribbean and Latin American countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday Gathering
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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