Crispy Chicken Empanadas
Crispy Chicken Empanadas are the perfect blend of flaky pastry and savory chicken filling, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. These golden-brown delights are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, ideal as appetizers or a main dish. With customizable fillings and a zesty dipping sauce, they bring warmth and joy to your dining table—perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 package (17 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 cup sour cream (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in shredded chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, and cumin; cook until heated through.
- Roll out thawed puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut into circles (4-inch diameter). Place chicken filling in each circle, fold over to create half-moons, and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush each empanada with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg