Chicken Empanadas
Chicken Empanadas are a delightful blend of flaky pastry and flavorful chicken filling that transports you to a cozy kitchen with every bite. These golden-brown pockets of goodness are perfect for parties or a comforting meal at home. With their tender chicken, aromatic spices, and colorful veggies, these empanadas are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 empanadas 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook chopped chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and diced bell pepper; sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Mix in cumin and paprika.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface; cut into 4-inch circles. Place a tablespoon of filling on each circle.
- Fold the pastry over to form half-moons; seal edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg