Amazing and easy dinner for any night of the week! Use leftovers or rotisserie chicken to make it even easier. Try this Simple Cheesy Chicken Empanadas recipe.
18 oz. package shredded Cheddar cheese (you could use any type you like)
4ouncessoftened cream cheese
1Tbsp.Cumin
1tsp.Garlic salt
1/2tsp.pepper
115 oz. Package refrigerated pie crusts
1egg & water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Line a Baking Sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl combine the chicken, cheeses, and spices.
Unroll 1 piecrust onto a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to roll it into a 15 inch circle..Or close to.
Cut into rounds, using a 3 inch cookie cutter or bowl. Re-roll dough as needed. Repeat with the remaining pie crust. Making as many circles as possible.
In a small bowl whisk together egg and 1-2 TBSP water. Arrange 1 dough circle on a clean flat surface. Lightly brush the edges with the egg wash.
Place 1 heaping TSP of chicken in the center of the round. Fold the dough over the filling, pressing the edges with a fork to seal. Place on baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining circles and chicken mixture.Freezer TIP: At this point you can freeze these and keep them for up to 1 month. Just place the baking sheet in the freezer until frozen solid. Then place in a freezer bag or container until needed. Label them clearly with baking instructions.
Lightly Brush the tops of the empanadas with the egg wash.
Bake in oven at 400 degrees F for 15 Minutes or until golden brown. Serve with rice or by themselves...YUM!