Crust:All-purpose flourSaltSugarUnsalted butterCold water
You will need...
Chicken filling:Vegetable oilOnions Garlic Boneless, skinless chickenPaprikaGround cuminSaltGround black pepperGround red chiliHot waterTopping:Egg beaten
It's so easy!
You can prepare the entire recipe ahead of time and then bake it right before your guests arrive!
In a food processor, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Add melted butter, followed by water. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic and refrigerate.
1
Drizzle oil in a pan over medium-low. Add the onion and cook, 15-20 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
2
Stir in shredded chicken and season with paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and ground chili. Add water, bring to a simmer, and cook. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
3
Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line baking sheets with parchment. On a floured surface, roll the dough. Cut out circles of dough.
4
Place chicken mixture in the center of each circle. Brush the edges with a beaten egg, fold the dough over the filling, and press the edges together to seal.
5
Place empanadas on the baking sheets. Brush the tops with beaten egg and bake until golden, 20-25 minutes. Serve and enjoy!