Chamorro Chicken Empanadas With Mango Salsa
Chamorro Chicken Empanadas with Mango Salsa is a popular dish in Mariana Islands cuisine, featuring a delicious combination of savory and sweet flavors. These empanadas are filled with seasoned chicken and served with a refreshing mango salsa, making them a perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 empanada discs (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, diced onion, diced bell pepper, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the empanada filling.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken filling onto each empanada disc, fold the dough over the filling, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush the empanadas with the beaten egg for a golden finish, then bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While the empanadas are baking, prepare the mango salsa by combining the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 55 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 280 per serving
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbohydrates
- 24g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Bowl Fork Baking sheet
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Chamorro Chicken Empanadas with Mango Salsa as an appetizer for a tropical-themed party or as a main course with a side salad for a flavorful meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the jalapeño when making the mango salsa.
Cost
$15