Baked Chicken Empanadas with Hatch Chile

Baked Chicken Empanadas with Hatch Chile

Empanadas get elevated with the addition of Hatch chile. Serve with avocado, salsa, and sour cream if desired.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
60 mins
Yield:
10 empanadas
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken
  • ½ cup Mexican-style corn
  • 1 fire-roasted hatch green chile, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning (such as Goya®)
  • 1 (14 ounce) package frozen empanada shells (such as Goya® discos)
  • ½ cup shredded Oaxaca cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chicken, corn, Hatch chile, and adobo seasoning. Cook until mixture is warmed through, about 5 minutes. Remove filling from heat.

Step 3
Set out empanada discs and place 2 tablespoons filling onto each disc. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 tablespoons Oaxacan cheese. Brush edge of discs with water and fold over to create half circles. Crimp to seal. Arrange on a baking sheet.

Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove empanadas and sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top. Continue baking until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 5 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

192
Calories
7g
Fat
24g
Carbs
9g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 192
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g 9%
Saturated Fat3g 16%
Cholesterol23mg 8%
Sodium318mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate24g 9%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars1g
Protein9g
Vitamin C1mg 4%
Calcium63mg 5%
Iron0mg 2%
Potassium48mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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