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Chicken Yucca Empanada

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1h 5min

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12 servings

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Chicken Yucca Empanadas are a delightful fusion of Latin American flavors, combining tender chicken with the unique texture of yucca in a crispy, golden pastry. This innovative twist on traditional empanadas offers a perfect balance of savory filling and flaky crust. The yucca adds a subtle sweetness and interesting texture to the chicken filling, while aromatic spices bring depth and warmth. These empanadas are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, and are sure to impress with their unique flavor profile and satisfying crunch.

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2 g
1 g
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1
Prepare yucca

Peel and cut yucca into small cubes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.

2
Cook chicken

Season chicken breast with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat until done. Shred the meat.

3
Prepare vegetables

Finely dice onion and bell pepper. Mince garlic cloves.

4
Make filling

In a pan, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in olive oil. Add shredded chicken, mashed yucca, tomato paste, and spices. Cook for 5 minutes.

5
Prepare dough

In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

6
Add wet ingredients

Beat egg with water. Add to flour mixture, stirring until dough forms.

7
Chill dough

Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

8
Preheat oven

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

9
Roll dough

On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 4-inch circles.

10
Fill empanadas

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

11
Seal empanadas

Fold dough over filling to create a half-moon shape. Press edges to seal and crimp with a fork.

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Bake

Brush empanadas with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.

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