Name: Traditional Empanadas de Pollo y Queso y Verduras from Nicaragua
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Nicaragua
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup cold water; 2 tablespoons cold vegetable oil (for pastry); 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 pound shredded chicken (cooked); 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Colby Jack recommended); 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, yellow); 1 cup diced onions; 1/2 cup diced tomatoes; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; Vegetable oil or cooking spray for frying or baking

Empanadas de Pollo y Queso y Verduras Nicaragua

Flaky pastry filled with shredded chicken, melted cheese, and a mixture of vegetables, often fried or baked.

Nicaragua empanadas

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