Empanadas De Pollo (Easy Chicken Empanadas) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into circles.
• STEP 2.In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, and cook until softened. Add chicken, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from heat and let it cool.
• STEP 3.Place a spoonful of the chicken filling onto each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges by pressing with a fork. Brush the empanadas with beaten egg for a golden crust.
• STEP 4.Bake the empanadas in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm with salsa or guacamole.
• STEP 5.Cooking Tips: You can make the dough and filling ahead of time and assemble the empanadas just before baking. Leftover empanadas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
• STEP 6.Storage and Serving: Empanadas can be served as a main dish with a side salad or rice, or as a party appetizer. They are great for picnics, potlucks, or packed lunches. Serve them with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the dough is rolled out thin enough to be easily folded over the filling.
• You can customize the filling by adding ingredients like cheese, olives, or corn.
• For a shortcut, you can use store-bought empanada dough instead of making it from scratch.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover empanadas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
• Serve empanadas as a main dish with a side salad or rice, or as a party appetizer with salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for dipping.