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baked chicken empanadas with flaky crust and savory filling

Baked Chicken Empanadas

These baked chicken empanadas are a delicious and healthier take on the classic fried empanadas. Filled with seasoned chicken and baked to golden perfection!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Latin American
Servings 12 empanadas
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Pastry Brush

Ingredients
  

Empanada Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup butter cold and cubed
  • 1/3 cup cold water as needed

Chicken Filling

  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Gradually add cold water and knead into a dough. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • In a pan, sauté onion and garlic. Add shredded chicken, cumin, and paprika. Stir well.
  • Roll out dough and cut circles. Fill each with chicken mixture, fold, and seal edges.
  • Brush empanadas with egg wash and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding cheese or bell peppers to the filling!
Keyword Baked, Chicken, Empanadas