Cheesy Chicken Empanadas

Cheesy Chicken Empanadas - A Delicious and Easy-to-Make Appetizer!
Looking for a tasty and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Cheesy Chicken Empanadas! Made with a delicious combination of chicken, cheese, and spices, these empanadas are sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.

To make these Cheesy Chicken Empanadas, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)

To begin, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, onion, bell peppers, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Next, unroll the refrigerated pie crusts and cut each one into 4 equal pieces. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto each piece of dough, then fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Use a fork to crimp the edges of the empanadas closed.
Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
These Cheesy Chicken Empanadas are the perfect appetizer for any occasion, from game day parties to family gatherings. They are easy to make, and the combination of chicken, cheese, and spices is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. So why not give them a try today?
Type: Appetizer

Ingredients:

- Cooked chicken
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced onion
- Diced green bell pepper
- Diced red bell pepper
- Fresh cilantro
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Salt
- Black pepper