EASY CHICKEN EMPANADAS

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I got this recipe from a spanish friend of mine and thought it was so easy to make and yummy to boot!

Provided by sherry monfils

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 15 oz pkg refrigerated pie shells
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c chopped onion
1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 c cooked, chopped chicken
1 c frozen corn, thawed
2 Tbsp dry fajita seasoning
1 c reduced-fat, shredded mexican-style cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 c reduced-fat sour cream as garnish
1 c spicy salsa as garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 425. Spray a lg pizza pan w/ cooking spray. Place 1 pie shell flat on pizza pan. In lg skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell peppers. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in chicken, corn and fajita seasoning. Remove from heat. Spoon mix onto pie shell, leaving a 1" border. Sprinkle evenly w/ cheese. Brush w/ beaten egg. Place 2nd pie shell over filling. Press edges together w/ fork to seal. Bake about 25 min, or until golden brown. Cut into wedges and serve w/ sour cream and salsa.

Hridoy Vhai
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Sajida
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These empanadas were a hit at my party!


Np Marasini
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I loved the flaky dough and flavorful filling.


Fizza Malik
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great!


Muskan Shakir
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These empanadas were delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


MD: SHAHADAT SORKAR
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Overall, these empanadas were good, but I would make a few changes next time.


Ishita
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These empanadas were a bit too greasy for my taste. I would drain the filling better next time.


PASHUPATI DOTEL
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The dough was a bit too thick for my taste. I would roll it out thinner next time.


Broby Boss
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The filling was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Iris Pourciau
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These empanadas were a bit dry for my taste. I think I would add more sauce next time.


evans kinyua
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I'm not a big fan of empanadas, but these were really good. The dough was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I would definitely make these again.


Idrissa KOROMA
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These empanadas are my go-to appetizer for parties. They're always a hit and they're so easy to make. I usually make a double batch because they disappear so quickly.


Bahaa Alsamman
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I love these empanadas! The dough is always flaky and the filling is always flavorful. I've made them with different fillings, including beef, pork, and vegetables, and they're always delicious.


Esakhil Ahmadzai
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These empanadas were easy to make and turned out great. The dough was flaky and the filling was delicious. I served them with a side of salsa and they were a hit.


Krishna Darsan
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I made these empanadas for my family and they loved them. The dough was flaky and the filling was flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Rj BelaYeat Shaik
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I followed the recipe exactly and the empanadas turned out perfect. The dough was easy to work with and the filling was delicious. I served them with a side of guacamole and sour cream and they were a huge hit.


Brandi Herbeck
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These empanadas were a hit at my party! The filling was flavorful and the dough was flaky. I will definitely be making these again.