Bahama Breeze Empanada Recipe
This Bahama Breeze Empanada Recipe is crispy, golden, and packed with flavor! Made with chicken, cheese, peppers, and spices—perfect for snacks, parties, or dinner.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet or frying pan
- Rolling Pin
- Knife and cutting board
- Baking tray (if baking)
- Parchment paper
- Fork (for sealing edges)
- Brush (for egg wash)
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter cubed
- 1/2 cup cold water
For the Filling:
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
- 1/2 cup bell peppers finely chopped
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
For Assembly:
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Add cold butter and rub it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water and mix until a dough forms. Cover and chill for 20 minutes.
Step 2: Make the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant. Add bell peppers and cook for a few minutes.
- Stir in shredded chicken, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly. Mix in shredded cheese.
Step 3: Roll the Dough
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface. Cut into circles using a cutter or glass.
Step 4: Fill the Empanadas
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold over to create a نصف-moon shape and press edges with a fork to seal.
Step 5: Brush and Bake
- Place empanadas on a lined baking tray. Brush with egg wash and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 6: Serve
- Let them cool slightly and serve warm.