CHICKEN "ROJO " EMPANADAS Recipe

Name: CHICKEN "ROJO " EMPANADAS
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 COYO empanadas discos; 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts, cooked and pulled; 2 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled & diced; 3 oz Jack cheese, cut in small strips; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs (whitewash); 1 salt; 6 each new Mexico dried Chile pods; 1 large tomitallo; 1/4 medium onion; 2 clove garlic

Servings: persons

1
Thaw the empanada discos In a saucepan add the Chile pods,garlic, onion, & tomitallo with water to cover and boil until pods are cooked (about 20 mins ) remove seeds from pods.
2
Place everything in a blender with 1/2 cup of warer and puree.
3
Add desired salt.
4
Add enough of the sauce you just made to the pulled chicken meat to make it moist.
5
Taste and adjust the seasonings to taste.
6
Separate the discos and roll them out just a little bit then add a spoon full of the chicken, a little of the diced potato and a pinch of the cheese.
7
Fold it in 1/2 whitewash the edges and seal with a fork place on a greased baking sheet.
8
When all are filled brush them all well with the whitewash and vake at 375 for 30 -35 minutes.

527

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 COYO empanadas discos, 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts, cooked and pulled, 2 medium potatoes, cooked, peeled & diced, 3 oz Jack cheese, cut in small strips, and more.

Yes, CHICKEN "ROJO " 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

CHICKEN "ROJO " EMPANADAS

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