Name: Creamy Chicken Bites: A Tangy Twist w/ Passion Fruit
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Worldwide
Ingredients: 4 boneless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon oil; Salt and ground pepper to taste; 1 cup passion fruit concentrated juice (unsweetened); 400 g requeijão (Catupiry-style is perfect); 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; ½ cup chopped parsley; Red pepper flakes to taste; Green onions, to finish

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Creamy, tangy, tropical, and fast—this is not your average chicken dinner.

These creamy chicken bites have just enough personality to wake up your weeknight routine. You get juicy, golden-seared chicken in a sauce that brings passion fruit zing, requeijão comfort, and a Dijon kick. It’s the kind of combo that makes people raise an eyebrow… and then go back for seconds.

I know—it sounds like a strange mix. But that’s exactly what makes it special. In about 30 minutes, you’ll have a dish that’s bold, creamy, and a little unexpected. The passion fruit juice adds just the right tang, and when it melts into the requeijão and mustard, you get a sauce that’s rich, bright, and totally unforgettable.

Fun fact? This recipe actually came from my younger sister—and she’s a picky eater. She first made it for us during a summer beach vacation, and back then it was just chicken and requeijão. Later on, I gave it a twist with concentrated passion fruit juice. Not only does it bring amazing flavor, but it also helps make the chicken extra tender. The result? A family favorite we keep coming back to.

Table Of Contents

Why You’ll Love These Creamy Chicken Bites
Recipe at a Glance
What You’ll Need For this creamy Chicken Bites
Prep & Cook
Secrets from Our Kitchen to Yours
Serving Suggestions
Put Your Spin on It
Want More Recipes with Passion Fruit Juice or Requeijão?
Tasty Thoughts
Common Questions
Curious about calories or carbs?
Keep Cooking With Us

Why You’ll Love These Creamy Chicken Bites

Bold flavor, zero stress
Fast enough for weeknights, fancy enough for guests
No oven, no blender, no weird tools

Recipe at a Glance

Kitchen Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 – 6
Difficulty: Easy
Make Ahead? Best eaten fresh
Adaptability: Swap the protein, tweak the spice, make it yours

What You’ll Need For this creamy Chicken Bites

Base

4 boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon oil
Salt and ground pepper to taste

Sauce & Flavor

1 cup passion fruit concentrated juice (unsweetened) – You can find it here!
400 g requeijão (Catupiry-style is perfect) – You can find it here!
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ cup chopped parsley
Red pepper flakes to taste
Green onions, to finish

Prep & Cook

Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces (about 2×2 inches—no ruler needed, just eyeball it).
Sear it. Heat the oil in a large pan. Once it’s hot, toss in the chicken and let it get some color—about 4 minutes, give or take. Stir occasionally.
Season like you mean it. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to coat.
Add the juice + herbs. Pour in the passion fruit juice and parsley. Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes, then uncover and stir frequently until the juice has evaporated.
Bring in the mustard. Add the Dijon and stir well. Let it sizzle a little and start forming golden bits—that’s flavor magic.
Time to get creamy. Lower the heat and stir in the requeijão. Mix until fully melted and coating the chicken.
Taste and tweak. Adjust salt and pepper if needed, and finish with fresh green onions.

Secrets from Our Kitchen to Yours

Requeijão tips: Brazilian brands like Catupiry or Tirolez work best. U.S. cream cheese will do in a pinch but won’t give the same creaminess.
The juice matters: Use concentrated passion fruit juice (not sweetened nectar). It should taste tart and bright. Maguary or Goya are great options.
Mustard is the bridge. It brings the passion fruit and cheese together—don’t skip it.

Serving Suggestions

Pour these creamy chicken bites over white rice, quinoa, or couscous—something to catch that dreamy sauce. For these creamy chicken bites, we always go with rice, a family favorite
Want crunch? Pair it with a crisp green salad.
Have leftovers? Wrap them up in a tortilla or stuff them into a toasty sandwich roll.

Put Your Spin on It

Want these creamy chicken bites thicker? Let the sauce simmer a little longer after adding the requeijão, or stir in a spoonful of cream cheese to boost the creaminess.
Kid-friendly version: Skip the red pepper flakes and add a drizzle of honey for a sweeter, mellow vibe. Still delicious.
Leftover tip: Shred any leftovers and toss into a wrap, sandwich, or even a baked potato. You’ll thank me later.

Want More Recipes with Passion Fruit Juice or Requeijão?

If you’ve got extra passion fruit juice or requeijão on hand, don’t let it sit—put it to work with these blog favorites:

Passion Fruit Mousse – Light, tangy, and blender-only. A tropical dessert that’s as easy as it is refreshing.

Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce – This one also features passion fruit juice for a tangy, elegant finish. So good, no one guesses how simple it is.

Mashed Potatoes – Our version is extra creamy thanks to requeijão. Comfort food with a Brazilian twist.

Pork Tenderloin Featured 02 — Pork Tenderloin

Surprising Creamy Mashed Potatoes with a Cheese Twist — Mashed Potatoes

Tasty Thoughts

These creamy chicken bites are one of those dishes that makes you stop mid-bite and go, “Wait… why is this so good?” It’s creamy, tangy, and just different enough to make you feel like you’ve done something clever in the kitchen—and you actually did! You dared to mix unexpected ingredients and ended up with a flavor combo that just works.

Tired of the same old chicken routine? This one turns heads, gets repeat requests, and easily earns a permanent spot in your weeknight lineup. It’s quick, it’s got personality, and it might even turn a few picky eaters into passion fruit believers. Just don’t give away the ingredients too soon—let your crowd be surprised.

And when you try it, let me know in the comments how it went! Did your crew love it as much as mine?

Common Questions

Can I use fresh passion fruit instead of juice?
Absolutely. Scoop, blend, strain, and measure about 1 cup. Just keep it tart, not sweetened.

Is this freezer-friendly?
Not really. The creamy sauce won’t hold up great once frozen. Best to eat within 3 days from the fridge.

What’s a good sub for requeijão?
Cream cheese with a splash of milk can do the trick if you’re desperate—but it won’t have that silky texture requeijão brings.

Can I make these creamy chicken bites spicy?
You sure can. Go heavier on the red flakes or add a bit of hot sauce when the chicken is browning.

Curious about calories or carbs?

You’ll find a rough nutrition estimate in the recipe card below. Just keep in mind, it’s a ballpark figure based on common ingredients — not a medical guide. For anything more specific, it’s always best to check with a registered nutritionist.

Keep Cooking With Us

Hungry for more comforting-but-different recipes like these creamy chicken bites? Try these Mamy and Me favorites:

Crazy Rice Recipe – Cheesy, veggie-loaded, and perfect for lazy weekends.
Perfect White Rice – Here are three different methods to cook the perfect white rice.
Papaya’s Cream Dessert – Creamy, fruity, and blender-free. A chilled dessert that’s as easy as it is refreshing.

Crazy Rice Recipe Featured Image 01 — Crazy Rice Recipe

How to Cook Rice Image 01 — Perfect White Rice

Papaya Dessert Image 01 — Papaya’s Cream Dessert

Happy cooking,
🧡 Mary & Fabi

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