DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
16
COURSE:
Appetizer
CUISINE:
South American
DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Easy
SERVES:
16
COURSE:
Appetizer
CUISINE:
South American
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Empanadas with Green Olives
Imagine golden, flaky empanada pockets bursting with a savory-sweet chicken filling that delivers a zesty flutter to your palate. They’re a breezy favorite—South American-inspired, easy to whip up, and perfect for sharing. Inside, tender shredded chicken gets a flavor boost from sweet chili sauce and tomato paste, while roasted red peppers, garlic, green onions, and a hint of smoky paprika bring layers of brightness. And the real star? Chopped green olives—they sneak in a briny pop that elevates every bite. Crafted as an approachable appetizer (serving 16!), these empanadas mix cozy comfort with bold, dynamic flavor in one hand-held treat.
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Empanadas with Green Olives
Imagine golden, flaky empanada pockets bursting with a savory-sweet chicken filling that delivers a zesty flutter to your palate. They’re a breezy favorite—South American-inspired, easy to whip up, and perfect for sharing. Inside, tender shredded chicken gets a flavor boost from sweet chili sauce and tomato paste, while roasted red peppers, garlic, green onions, and a hint of smoky paprika bring layers of brightness. And the real star? Chopped green olives—they sneak in a briny pop that elevates every bite. Crafted as an approachable appetizer (serving 16!), these empanadas mix cozy comfort with bold, dynamic flavor in one hand-held treat.
Prep Time:
25 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Serves:
16
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
South American
INGREDIENTS
1 (10 oz.) can chicken in water, drained, and shredded
3 tbsp. sweet chili sauce
3 tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 (12 oz.) jar roasted red pepper, drained and finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. chopped green olives
1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. smoked paprika
1/4 tsp. each salt and freshly ground pepper
2 package refrigeratewd pie crusts, store-bought
1 egg
INGREDIENTS
1 (10 oz.) can chicken in water, drained, and shredded
3 tbsp. sweet chili sauce
3 tbsp. tomato paste
1/2 (12 oz.) jar roasted red pepper, drained and finely chopped
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. chopped green olives
1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. smoked paprika
1/4 tsp. each salt and freshly ground pepper
2 package refrigeratewd pie crusts, store-bought
1 egg
INSTRUCTIONS
Stir chicken with tomato paste and sweet chili sauce until combined. Stir in roasted red pepper, green onion, olives, parsley, garlic, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread pastry on clean surface. Cut out 16 3-inch rounds from each piece of pastry. Beat egg with 1 tbsp water; brush edges of each round with egg wash. Add 2 tsp filling to center of each round. Fold to enclose filling and seal edges with fork; brush with egg wash. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet; bake for 20 minutes or until pastry is golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving. Tip: Serve with sour cream if desired.
ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~1,950 kcal
Protein: ~85 g
Carbohydrates: ~155 g
Fat: ~105 g
Sodium: ~2,800 mg
Sugar: ~18 g
Fiber: ~8 g
INSTRUCTIONS
Stir chicken with tomato paste and sweet chili sauce until combined. Stir in roasted red pepper, green onion, olives, parsley, garlic, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread pastry on clean surface. Cut out 16 3-inch rounds from each piece of pastry. Beat egg with 1 tbsp water; brush edges of each round with egg wash. Add 2 tsp filling to center of each round. Fold to enclose filling and seal edges with fork; brush with egg wash. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet; bake for 20 minutes or until pastry is golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before serving. Tip: Serve with sour cream if desired.
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ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories: ~1,950 kcal
Protein: ~85 g
Carbohydrates: ~155 g
Fat: ~105 g
Sodium: ~2,800 mg
Sugar: ~18 g
Fiber: ~8 g