Spanish Rice Empanadas

8 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 package (5.6 or 6.8 ounces) Spanish rice and pasta mix
  • 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
  • 2 packages (15 ounces each) refrigerated pie pastry
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water

Directions

  1. 1
    Prepare Spanish rice according to package directions, omitting the butter or oil. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cheese, onions and olives. Stir in prepared rice.
  2. 2
    Roll each sheet of pastry into a 12-in. circle; place on greased
  3. 3
    . Spoon rice mixture over half of each circle; spread to within 1 in. of edges. Fold pastry over filling; crimp edges to seal. Beat egg yolk and water; brush over tops.
  4. 4
    Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cut empanadas in half to serve.

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