InternationalDinnerLow CarbUnder 300 Calories

Chicken and Cheese Empanada

Chicken and Cheese Empanada is a Dinner international recipe with 232 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

232 kcal

Total Time

40 min

Servings

4

Protein

16.2 g

Ingredients

  • Puff Pastry Dough for Turnovers4 count (120 g)
  • Chicken Breast200 g
  • Garlic1 clove (3 g)
  • Onion1/2 count (75 g)
  • Parsley1 tablespoon (4 g)
  • Mozzarella Cheese2 slice (50 g)
  • Butter1/2 tablespoon (15 g)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Chop the onion, garlic and parsley. Cut the chicken in small pieces.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Melt the butter in a pan over medium-high heat and stir-fry the onion, garlic and parsley for about 10-12 minutes.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Remove it when the chicken is well-cooked. Mix it with the parsley and chopped cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Fill the empanada dough with the mixture. Use the fork to seal it.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Place the empanadas on a baking tray.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Bake at 356 °F (180 °C) for 15 minutes or until the dough is done.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Remove from the oven and serve hot.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

232

Protein

16.2g

Carbs

15.8g

Fat

15.5g

Fiber

0.8g

Micronutrients

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Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

Milk

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chicken and Cheese Empanada can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chicken and Cheese Empanada

How many calories are in Chicken and Cheese Empanada?

Chicken and Cheese Empanada has about 232 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chicken and Cheese Empanada suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chicken and Cheese Empanada is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.

Is Chicken and Cheese Empanada gluten-free?

Chicken and Cheese Empanada is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chicken and Cheese Empanada?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chicken and Cheese Empanada ahead of time?

Chicken and Cheese Empanada can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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