Chicken Empanadas Recipe
This chicken empanadas recipe features a savory filling made with chicken, spices, and vegetables, encased in a golden, flaky crust. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or meal, these empanadas are easy to make and absolutely delicious. Ideal for any gathering or quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 empanadas 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Empanada dough (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Add shredded chicken, cumin, paprika, chili powder, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Roll out empanada dough and cut into circles. Place 1-2 tbsp of chicken filling in the center of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling and press edges to seal. Crimp with a fork.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with cheese or vegetables.
- These empanadas can be fried instead of baked for a crispier result.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
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