Venezuelan Chicken Empanadas with German Twist
A Venezuelan-inspired empanada recipe with a German twist, featuring juicy chicken and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinlesscut into small pieces
- ●2 cups all-purpose flourfor the empanada dough
- ●1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) yeastactive dry yeast
- ●1 teaspoon saltfor the empanada dough
- ●1 tablespoon sugarfor the empanada dough
- ●1/2 cup veggie oilfor frying the empanadas
- ●1 teaspoon vibrant empanada seasoning (or a mix of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder)for flavor
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 3
Divide the dough into 8-10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten it slightly into a disk shape.
- 4
Place a tablespoon of the chicken mixture onto the center of each disk. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together to seal the empanada.
- 5
Heat the veggie oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add 2-3 empanadas to the skillet and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 6
Repeat with the remaining empanadas.
- 7
Serve the empanadas warm with your favorite dipping sauce.