Chicken Empanadas Recipe

Name: Chicken Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cooked chicken; 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated; 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated; 1 can green chili, chopped; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 3 tablespoons minced green onions; 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 frozen pie crusts; 3 egg yolks; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon chili powder

Servings: persons

1 cup cooked chicken
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 can green chili, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons minced green onions
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 teaspoon salt
2 frozen pie crusts
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon chili powder

1
Mix together first 8 ingredients, and refrigerate until ready to assemble empanadas.
2
On a floured surface, roll out pie shells and cut into 4-inch circles (use all the pie dough by re-rolling scraps).
3
Place approximately 2 tablespoons of chicken mixture in center of dough circles.
4
Fold each circle in half and crimp edges with a fork.
5
Place on a baking sheet and brush tops with egg yolks.
6
Sprinkle top with mixed salt and chili powder.
7
Bake 12-13 minutes at 400F degrees.
8
Serve warm or at room temperature.
9
Freezes well.

329

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cooked chicken, 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, grated, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated, 1 can green chili, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Empanadas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Empanadas

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