GROUND CHICKEN EMPANADAS

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Make and share this Ground Chicken Empanadas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Roland H.

Categories     Spanish

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 Empanadas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 lb ground chicken
1 jalapeno, diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup mexican cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 egg yolks
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 large egg
1/3 cup ice water
1 tablespoon of distilled white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Mixture:.
  • Add Jalapeno, Onion, and Garlic to a pan with a teaspoon of oil on medium heat. Saute until onion is clear.
  • Add ground chicken, and immediatly add Cumin, Chili Powder, paprika, salt and Cayenne pepper over the ground chicken. so its looks like its Dusted. Mixing well over medium heat and breaking it down until it it browned.
  • Remove and drain out fat, place into a bowl and let it sit for 5 mins.
  • Add Cheese to the Ground Chicken and mix well. Let rest for about 10 mins before filling.
  • Roll dough out, dough should be .5 inch thick. You will need 4 inch circles for each empanada.
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of Meat Mixture into the middle of the Circle. And then gently fold over. Using A fork press the ends closed.
  • Dough recipe:.
  • Shift flour and Salt together. cut butter into 1/4 and slowly mix into flour/salt.
  • In a small bowl, combine egg, Vinegar and water and beat until foamy.
  • Combine Egg mixture to flour and Mix with a fork.
  • Once the mixture is completely Incorporated you can use your hands to form dough. Once it is sturdy place onto a floured surface and roll into a triangle. Using Plastic wrap cover and place in fridge for 1 Hour.
  • Bake:.
  • Pre Heat Oven 400.
  • Place each Empanada onto Pan and brush with Egg Yolk.
  • Sprinkle each Empanada with Chili Powder/Salt mixture.
  • Place in over for 12 to 14 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771, Fat 44, SaturatedFat 22.2, Cholesterol 346.9, Sodium 3437, Carbohydrate 59.2, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 35.2

Farhan Mahar
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Overall, I thought these empanadas were just okay. They were easy to make, but the flavor was just average.


Annie Chansa
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The crust of these empanadas was a bit too thick for my taste.


mian Muhammad Zahid 252
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These empanadas were a bit greasy for my taste.


Niha Raj
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I made these empanadas for my family and they loved them. They're a great way to use up leftover chicken.


You
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These empanadas were perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Hshhsh Hhxhhdhd
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I'm not a skilled cook, but I was able to make these empanadas with no problem. They turned out great!


Ryan Barczuk
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These empanadas were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious!


Nomakhosi Ncube
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Overall, I thought these empanadas were just okay. They were easy to make, but the flavor was just average.


RED BLOOD TEAM
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The filling of these empanadas was a bit dry. I think I'll add some more sauce next time.


Anusha majid
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These empanadas were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Ztele Ztele
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I'm not a huge fan of ground chicken, but these empanadas were surprisingly good. The filling was well-seasoned and the crust was flaky.


Nabuufu Diana
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought dough to make it even easier.


Kizito ugochukwu
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I made these empanadas for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Md Jay
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These empanadas were absolutely delicious! The filling was flavorful and moist, and the crust was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.