Delicious and savory chicken empanadas filled with a flavorful mixture of chicken, vegetables, and spices. Perfect for a snack or a main dish.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 500 g chicken breast
- 100 ml chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 500 g empanada dough
- 2 garlic cloves
- 50 g green olives
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 4
Add the chopped chicken breast and cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken broth and let it cook until the liquid is absorbed.
Step 6
Stir in the chopped green olives and hard-boiled eggs. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
Step 7
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
Step 8
Roll out the empanada dough and cut it into circles, about 10 cm in diameter.
Step 9
Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center of each dough circle.
Step 10
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges to seal.
Step 11
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 12
Let the empanadas cool slightly before serving.