Chicken Empanadas Recipe
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This Chicken Empanada Recipe is the perfect way to use leftover chicken! Shredded chicken and caramelized onions are simmered in flavorful spices, then folded in a buttery shortcrust and baked until golden.
Prep: 30min
Total: 150min
Yield: 16
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 51 mg, Sodium 259 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 medium onions (diced or thinly sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red chili
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 egg (beaten)
Instruction:
- In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a dough blade, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Slowly add in the melted butter, followed by enough water to create a soft and smooth dough.Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Drizzle the oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized, 15-20 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until just fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.Stir in the shredded chicken and season with the paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and ground chili. Add the water, bring to a simmer, and cook, uncovered, until most of the water has evaporated, 20-30 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. At this point, the filling can be refrigerated until the next day if desired.
- Place the empanadas two inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Brush the tops with beaten egg and bake until golden, 20-25 minutes.
How to Make Chicken Empanadas – the Easy Way!
FAQ
Should empanadas be baked or fried?
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Baking
- How to bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). …
- Pros: This is a healthier technique as it doesn’t require oil.
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