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Chicken Empanadas

These chicken empanadas bring a savory blend of tender, shredded chicken, bell peppers, onions, and garlic, all wrapped in a golden, flaky dough. They're perfect for a satisfying snack or a flavorful meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 10 People

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup minced onion
  • 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups shredded chicken breast approximately 1½ pounds
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 10 empanada dough shells either store-bought or homemade, rolled into 6-inch rounds (Goya brand recommended)
  • 1 egg

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and position a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and bell peppers, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables have softened. Stir in the garlic and cilantro, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Incorporate the shredded chicken, chicken bouillon, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and 1 cup of water into the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, and allow it to cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until the liquid has mostly evaporated, leaving the mixture moist but not watery.
  • Place one dough shell at a time on a clean surface. Spoon a generous ⅓ cup of the filling onto one half of the dough, ensuring to leave a ¼-inch border around the edges.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash, then fold the dough over the filling. Using a fork, press the edges together to seal the empanada. Arrange the sealed empanadas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops of each empanada with the remaining egg wash.
  • Bake the empanadas in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm and enjoy.
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