How do I make savory chicken empanadas?

Spice up your taste buds with our savory chicken empanadas recipe! These stuffed pastries will take you on a flavor-filled adventure.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make savory chicken empanadas. Items include: Garlic Onion Bell pepper Chicken breast Salt Pepper Cumin Smoked paprika Flour Butter Ice water Egg

Garlic 2 cloves, minced
Onion 1 medium, chopped
Bell pepper 1 medium, diced
Chicken breast 2 cups, diced
Salt 1 teaspoon
Pepper 1/2 teaspoon
Cumin 1/2 teaspoon
Smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon
Flour 2 cups
Butter 1/2 cup, cold and cubed
Ice water 1/4 cup
Egg 1, beaten

Take note
Be careful not to overstuff the empanadas, or they may burst open in the oven. Also, make sure to let them cool a bit before biting into them, or you might burn your tasty tongue.

1

Prepare the filling

In a pan, sauté diced chicken breast in olive oil until cooked through. Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and diced bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle in some salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika for extra flavor.

2

Make the dough

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and cold butter. Use your fingers (or a pastry cutter) to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add ice water and mix until the dough comes together. Knead it on a floured surface until smooth.

3

Shape the empanadas

Roll out the dough into a thin sheet. Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles. Place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center and fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal.

4

Bake the empanadas

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.