Authentic Chicken Empanadas (Empanadas de Pollo)
These chicken empanadas are inspired by those found in roadside stands in Puerto Rico. They are filled with chicken, bell pepper, onion, and olives.
The empanadas are fried until golden brown.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 31, 2026Share
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Description
These chicken empanadas are inspired by those found in roadside stands in Puerto Rico. They are filled with chicken, bell pepper, onion, and olives.
The empanadas are fried until golden brown.
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Ingredients 17
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup warm water
0.25 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound shredded, cooked chicken
0.5 medium onion, diced
0.5 green bell pepper, diced
0.125 cup chopped fresh cilantro
0.125 cup sliced green olives
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with annato (such as Goya®)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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1
Mix flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add warm water and 0.25 cup vegetable oil. Mix with an electric mixer until the dough forms, about 3 minutes. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 3 minutes. Wrap it in plastic wrap and set aside for 15 minutes.
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Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shredded chicken and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, cilantro, olives, garlic, sazon seasoning, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Form each piece into a 4-inch circle. Put about 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each circle. Fold in half and press the edges with a fork to seal.
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Heat 1 cup oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the empanadas in batches until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 280 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 14g
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Saturated Fat 3g
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Cholesterol 30mg
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Sodium 860mg
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Total Carbohydrate 25g
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Dietary Fiber 1g
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Protein 13g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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