Chicken Bell Pepper Empanadas (Golden, Flaky, Make-Ahead Friendly)

Chicken Bell Pepper Empanadas (Golden, Flaky, Make-Ahead Friendly)

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Bake chicken bell pepper empanadas with a juicy paprika-tomato filling, crisp pastry, and freezer-friendly instructions. Great for snacks, parties, or…

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Cooking tools:

  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Pastry brush
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Skillet
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Paring knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Spoon
  • Plate
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Zip-top bag
  • Citrus press

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
  • 2 cups (280 g) cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 empanada dough discs, about 5 inches wide, thawed if frozen
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon water

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