These authentic Chicken Empanadas are filled with a delicious mixture of spiced chicken, onions, and peppers, encased in a flaky dough. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, these savory pastries are great for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 large red bell pepper finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 package empanada dough homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent.
- Stir in shredded chicken, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the empanada dough and cut into circles if necessary. Spoon the chicken mixture into the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Place empanadas on a baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove empanadas from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg