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Cheesy Chicken Fajita Empanadas

Cheesy Chicken Fajita Empanadas

by Nabeela Kauser
Chicken Fajita Empanadas bring a delightful twist to your traditional meal. Packed with spiced chicken, sautéed vegetables, and wrapped in golden, flaky pastry, these empanadas are perfect for any occasion.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 381 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Start by adding the fajita seasonings (paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, cumin powder, and oregano) to the chicken. Mix them thoroughly until the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
  • Next, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until it’s fully cooked through and slightly browned.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, add the garlic cloves to the pan and sauté them for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  • Add the tomato puree and soy sauce to the pan with the chicken mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the pan and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp. Once cooked, remove the mixture from the heat and set it aside.
  • Now, take a paratha and add a generous amount of the chicken mixture to the center. Sprinkle a good amount of mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken.
  • Fold the paratha in half to create a semi-circle shape. Gently press down on the edges to seal the filling inside. You can use a fork to crimp the edges if you like for a more decorative finish.
  • Heat up a little oil in the pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the stuffed paratha in the pan and fry for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the paratha is golden brown and crispy.

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Notes

Nutritional facts:
The provision of nutritional information is done merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.

Nutrition

Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 1103mgPotassium: 315mgFibre: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1410IUVitamin C: 44mgVitamin D: 0.2µgCalcium: 177mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken, Empanadas, Fajita, Food, Iftar, Ramadan, Recipe
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