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Brazilian Baked Chicken Empanadas

Prep 25 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Brazilian Baked Chicken Empanadas

Flaky, savory empanadas filled with juicy shredded chicken and bold Brazilian spices. A fun, family-friendly twist on classic Latin cuisine.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 6-8 tbsp cold water
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large pot, cover the chicken breasts with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred the chicken using two forks.

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