If you have leftover cooked chicken breasts or even some roasted meat and want to use them in a quick and creative recipe, there's nothing better than preparing a 'salpicón.' Often, we have leftover meat or chicken cooked in the oven or on the grill, and we want to make the most of these ingredients. For this, the famous 'salpicón' was created—a true staple of everyday cooking that allows us to prepare an economical and...
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Ingredients
cooked chicken breasts2
carrots2
potatoes2
cube vegetable broth1
hot water2cups
tomato1
leaves lettuce4
vinegar3tbsp
oil1/2cup
hard-boiled egg, chopped1
pepper1dash
chopped parsley2tbsp
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
240.1kcal (12.01%)
Protein
0.1g (0.1%)
Carbs
0.1g (0.05%)
Sugars
0.0g (0.06%)
Healthy Fat
23.3g
Unhealthy Fat
3.9g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Chicken Salpicón
- Step 1
Peel, wash, and cut the potatoes and carrots into medium-sized sticks. Place them in boiling water where the vegetable broth cube has been dissolved beforehand. Cook until tender.
- Step 2
Remove the potatoes and carrots from the cooking broth and reserve ½ cup of the broth to add to the 'salpicón.'
- Step 3
Dice the tomato into small cubes and cut the lettuce into thin julienne strips.
- Step 4
Cut the chicken into small pieces.
- Step 5
On a serving dish, arrange the lettuce in a ring shape. In the center, place the potatoes, carrots, tomato, and chicken, all mixed together beforehand.
- Step 6
In a bowl, mix the reserved broth with the oil, vinegar, chopped hard-boiled egg, and parsley. Season with a bit of pepper.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
240.1kcal (12.01%)
Protein
0.1g (0.1%)
Carbs
0.1g (0.05%)
Sugars
0.0g (0.06%)
Healthy Fat
23.3g
Unhealthy Fat
3.9g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
You can use any leftover roasted or grilled meat instead of chicken for a variation.
Ensure the potatoes and carrots are not overcooked to maintain their texture.
For added flavor, you can sprinkle some lemon juice over the dish before serving.
FAQS
Can I use other types of meat for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any leftover roasted or grilled meat, such as beef or pork, instead of chicken.
How do I ensure the vegetables don't become mushy?
Cook the potatoes and carrots until just tender and avoid overcooking them to maintain their texture.
Can I prepare the dressing in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dressing in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
What can I use instead of vegetable broth?
You can use chicken broth or even plain salted water as a substitute for vegetable broth.
Is this dish served warm or cold?
Chicken 'salpicón' is typically served cold or at room temperature, making it a refreshing dish.
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